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Electronics Technician Senior - Grand Island/Kearney
Electronics Technician Senior - Grand Island/KearneyNebraska State Jobs • Grand Island, NE, United States
Electronics Technician Senior - Grand Island / Kearney

Electronics Technician Senior - Grand Island / Kearney

Nebraska State Jobs • Grand Island, NE, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency :

Transportation - Agency 27

Location :

Grand Island, NE, Kearney, NE

Hiring Rate : $20.474

Job Posting :

JR2025-00020336 Electronics Technician Senior - Grand Island / Kearney (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed) :

Job Description :

At the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT), we reward our employees' hard work with a positive and supportive work culture where forward-thinking is encouraged. We provide training / career development, advancement opportunities, ample paid time off, work-life balance, and exciting and challenging work opportunities.

As an Electronics Technician Senior, in our Operations Division, under limited supervision, you will perform skilled technical work installing, configuring, maintaining, modifying, diagnosing, and repairing stationary and portable electronic equipment, electronic devices, and testing instruments and components of communication, monitoring, or similar systems.

We reward our employees' hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes :

  • State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
  • 13 paid holidays
  • Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
  • Military leave
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
  • 79% employer-paid health insurance plans
  • Dental and vision insurance plans
  • Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
  • Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
  • Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
  • Training and Development based on your career aspirations
  • Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Fun, inviting teammates

JOB DUTIES

  • Install, configure, troubleshoot, and repair Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) equipment such as traffic signals, battery backup systems, digital highway cameras, fixed and portable dynamic messaging systems, variable speed advisory signs, weather information systems, automated closure gates, automatic traffic recording equipment, and associated network infrastructure (wireless, copper, and fiber networks).
  • Maintain detailed records of configurations, programming, and maintenance activities.
  • Direct and perform physical / manual tasks to prepare work sites / stations for installation and maintenance of electronic equipment using various types of equipment such as small hand tools, fabrication machinery, portable power generators, ditching equipment, concrete saws, and aerial lifts.
  • Perform preventive maintenance on equipment to ensure that necessary inspections, adjustments, and replacement of parts are made to prevent malfunctions or safety hazards from occurring. Records activities into test and maintenance logs.
  • Locate, maintain, and troubleshoot outside plant (OSP) copper and fiber cabling.
  • Install, troubleshoot, and repair network components (wireless endpoints, cellular modems, switches, media converters, NTP devices, etc.)
  • Order and receive supplies, materials, and equipment to maintain adequate stock levels of commonly used items and to obtain unusual or special-purpose items for specific jobs to be performed.
  • Record time spent, materials used, supplies and equipment purchased, and other necessary information to determine the cost of work performed.
  • Demonstrate to end users and other technicians the advanced operations and features of ITS equipment and associated hardware.
  • Keeps up to date with technological changes and improvements regarding ITS hardware, related software, and other equipment, as well as troubleshooting and operational practices.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Requirements / Qualifications :

    Minimum Qualifications : Two-year vocational degree in electronics, electricity, or other similar technologies and experience in installing, maintaining, and repairing electronic devices / instruments, computer equipment, or related automated / electrical circuitry and hardware. Additional years of experience in the work described may substitute for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

    Other :

  • Valid operator's license.
  • Occasional overnight travel for training and regional assistance.
  • Must be able to be placed on-call for after-hours traffic signal repair.
  • Working in adverse weather conditions may be required.
  • KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

  • Computer Systems & Networking : Expertise in computer hardware / software for operations, diagnostics, and recordkeeping; network fundamentals, including hardware deployment (routers / switches / access points), IP addressing (1Pv4 / 1Pv6, public / private), subnetting, protocols (TCP / IP, HTTP / HTTPS, DNS) with OSI layers / ports, DHCP, troubleshooting tools (ping / traceroute / netstat / Wireshark), and basic security (firewalls / encryption).
  • Electronics & Circuitry : Understanding of components, circuits, materials, repair techniques / tools, and electrical principles / theory.Tools, materials, and advanced methods of electronics installation, maintenance, and repair work.
  • Troubleshooting & Analysis Tools : Proficiency in tools like multimeter, OTDR, Wireshark, OLTS, spectrum analyzer, cable tester, and power quality analyzer for diagnosing ITS / network issues.
  • Preventive Maintenance : Skills in inspection, adjustment, and replacement to maintain equipment and mitigate hazards.
  • Documentation Practices : Ability to keep detailed records of setups, modifications, schematics, and maintenance logs.
  • Standards & Regulations : Awareness of National / Nebraska Electrical Codes, FCC rules, and safety protocols for electrical / high-voltage / heavy machinery work.
  • Benefits

    We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

    Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit :

    Equal Opportunity Statement

    The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

    Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.

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