Transportation Systems Technician

Overview

The Division of Transportation Solutions provides safe, cost-effective, and efficient multi‑modal transportation infrastructure. This position focuses on maintaining and troubleshooting Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) devices across the state.

• Install, modify, test, troubleshoot, and repair traffic control signals, communications, and ITS field devices.
• Perform repairs on internal cabinet equipment, essential electrical devices, and ITS equipment.
• Ship, order, receive, and inventory transportation equipment.
• Respond to emergency situations with on‑call duties and report to the duty station within 60 minutes.
• Use bucket trucks, locating equipment, and electrical test equipment to perform field work.
• Physically lift and handle pedestrian signal poles and other traffic equipment.

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair a variety of ITS equipment.
• Repair copper‑wired, fiber‑optic, and wireless communication systems related to ITS.
• Test ITS equipment using detection software and devices such as multimeters, megger, GPS, and oscilloscopes.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams for ITS diagnostics.
• Apply department safety standards, the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, and the National Electrical Code.
• Respond to emergencies involving ITS equipment.
• Transfer data to and from field units such as traffic signal controllers, axle sensors, and automatic data recorders into a computer database.
• Detect, locate, and mark underground utilities.
• Perform field counts for traffic control and timing when required.
• Operate motorized equipment, including an aerial lift with extended arm, for ITS repairs and replacements.

• Knowledge of electronics or electrical installation.
• Valid driver’s license (non‑suspended, non‑revoked, non‑cancelled, and not disqualified).
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; U.S. work authorization verified through Form I‑9.

• Pre‑employment drug testing and criminal background check are required.
• All new hires must report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day.
• This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement under an exclusive bargaining representative.

General information about the comprehensive benefits package is available on the Delaware Department of Human Resources website.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. For assistance, applicants may contact the Delaware Department of Labor or the Employer's ADA Coordinator.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages a diverse workforce including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, and sexual orientation.