Electrical And Electronic Systems Specialist 3

About WSDOT

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.

The Opportunity

WSDOT is currently seeking to fill an Electrical and Electronic Systems Specialist 3 position in the Signals Shop located in Spokane, WA. This Region-wide position assists with maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing lighting, traffic signals, ramp meters, and intelligent transportation electronic systems throughout the Region. This position is critical in ensuring that our traffic signals and electrical equipment are operating at their best to keep our highways free of hazards and open to the traveling public year-round.

What to Expect

Work is performed primarily outdoors and often next to live traffic. Electrical work up to 480 VAC. May work out of bucket truck to heights up to 150 feet, lifting, pulling, and operating cranes, troubleshooting electronic/electrical equipment Negotiate rough, steep terrain; duties may be performed low to the ground or at ground level. Typical schedule is 6:00AM - 4:30PM Monday-Thursday or Tuesday

• Friday; may be required to work nights/weekends and be available for callouts. This position covers the entire Eastern Region and will travel to work locations in the region (Spokane, Stevens, Pend Oreille, Whitman, Adams, Lincoln, and Ferry counties).

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, Electrical and Electronic Systems Specialist 3 will:

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, install, and perform preventive maintenance on highway electrical devices to include illumination systems, electrical services, traffic signals, variable message signs, traffic cameras, road & weather information systems.

• Repair signal and pedestrian signal head outages; locate damaged junction boxes, conduits, cables and loops; make approved repairs.

• Repair equipment in shop environments as well as in field locations.

• Coordinate with other departments and outside agencies.

• Troubleshoot and repair equipment and circuit problems employing various pieces of common electrical and electronic test equipment.

• Diagnose electrical problems in control systems, ramp metering systems, weather stations, variable message signs, data stations, cameras, communication systems and traffic signal systems.

• Schedule and perform preventative maintenance (PM) on traffic signal displays and detection systems.

•  Install new equipment such as illumination systems, traffic signals, variable message signs, traffic cameras, road and weather information systems, highway advisory radios, flashing beacons, and school zone advisory equipment.

• Maintain records of maintenance activities, equipment used, and inventory consumption.

• Traverse various ground surface conditions, including kneeling, bending, pulling and reaching (i.e. slopes, ditches, gravel, guardrails, etc.).

• Use tools and test equipment standard to the electrical/electronic industry.

• Safely operate motor vehicles up to and including a Class B CDL truck during all hours of the day and night.

• Perform repairs within guidelines of NEC and WSDOT codes and regulations.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity, one of the following is required:

• Five (5) years (approximately 10,000 hours) of relevant experience performing technical electrical and electronic work.

OR

• Completion of equivalent, relevant professional format training through an electrical apprenticeship program, or accredited electrical or electronics training program, or vocational or technical school, military-based electrical/electronics training; agency-specific in-training plan.

OR

• A Bachelor's degree in electrical or electronics technology and two (2) years of relevant experience performing technical electrical and electronic work.

In addition to one of the above, the following are also required:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

• Possession of a valid driver's license.

• Class B CDL endorsement with air brakes or obtain within 6 months of hire.

• Ability to work nights/weekends and be available for callouts.

• Ability to travel to work locations within Eastern Region.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• Traffic industry experience.

• Repair technician experience.

• Journey or Master Level Electrician (EL01, EL06, EL07, or ME01).

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.

• This position is not eligible for remote work.

• This position requires travel within Eastern Region (Spokane, Stevens, Pend Oreille, Whitman, Adams, Lincoln, and Ferry counties).

• In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.

• This position is subject to the drug and alcohol testing requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA). For more information, please go to DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing.

• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

Why WSDOT

• Work-Life Balance

• We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals' lifestyle.

• Paid Leave

• In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!

• Tuition Assistance

• Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.

• Plan For Your Future

• WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?

How to Apply

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the "Work Experience" portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.

In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.

• Contact details for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the "References" section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in, or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.

WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.

WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

Contact us

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Daisha Jordan, at Daisha.Jordan@wsdot.wa.gov . Please be sure to reference 24DOT-ER-60503 in the subject line.