Job Description

Posting number: DOT27TF023

Department: West Virginia Department of Transportation

Division: Traffic Engineering Division

Job classification: Transportation Electronics Technician

Posting type: SME **PSA**

Categories: Trades

Summary

**Disclaimer-this position will be considered classified-exempt and “at will.”

The Transportation Electronics Technician will report to the Signals Unit of the Traffic Engineering Division. Operating under general supervision as part of a statewide crew, this position involves entry-level electronic work focusing on the installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of traffic signal systems and highway illumination equipment. Candidates must possess a foundational understanding of electronics and electricity in accordance with WVDOH classification requirements. Duties require statewide travel and potential exposure to adverse weather conditions and hazardous environments. Additional related duties may be assigned, and a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) must be obtained within four months of employment.

Qualifications

**Preference may be given to Candidates with these qualifications**

TRAINING/EDUCATION

High school diploma or the equivalent. No substitution.

EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in electrical/electronics repair or land mobile radio/microwave equipment repair.

Substitution 1: Successful completion of an approved vocational school program in electrical/electronics of at least 1080 clock hours may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.

OR

Substitution 2: A journeyman electrician license may be substituted for the required experience.

OR

Substitution 3: Associate’s degree in electronics or electrical engineering technology from a regionally accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT

Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver’s license is required.

Supplemental information

• Candidate Contact Name: Lena Shavers
• Phone Number: 304-414-6816
• Email Address: lena.m.shavers@wv.gov