County of Santa Clara · 15 hours ago
Electrical/Electronic Technician
Santa Clara County, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
3+ years expCounty of Santa Clara is seeking an Electrical/Electronic Technician to assemble, install, repair, and maintain traffic signal lighting and related electrical systems. The role involves performing field maintenance, testing equipment, and assisting in construction inspections of electrical projects.
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Responsibilities
Performs bench repair and maintenance on various types of traffic signal systems; lighting systems, and other electrical/electronic systems
Performs maintenance in the field to signal poles and signal heads, traffic signal systems, street light poles and luminaries, airport beacons, pump station equipment, motor controls, control circuitry for various facilities equipment and lighting systems
Implements and adjusts general signal timing and parameters for signal synchronization and coordination programming
Maintains manual and computerized records of traffic signal equipment, maintenance and intersection signalization timing and monitoring records
Operates shop test equipment
Reads and interprets schematics, construction plans, diagrams, drawings specifications and maintenance manuals
Assists in the inspection of major electrical construction projects
May independently perform construction inspection of simple projects
May guide the work of lower level technicians and assistants on assigned projects
Prepares documentation of work and inspections performed
Installs and maintains underground and aerial electrical systems
Isolates problems by circuit analysis
Investigates complaints and reports of traffic signal malfunctions
May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required
Performs other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
Sufficient education, training and experience, which demonstrate the ability to perform the above tasks and possession of the knowledge and abilities listed
Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent
Training and experience equivalent to completion of an electrical apprenticeship program, or three (3) years experience as an Electrical/Electronic Assistant with Santa Clara County with demonstrated ability in troubleshooting live field electrical circuits, lighting circuits and basic motor controls, and installing indoor/outdoor conduits and wiring
Possession of a valid California Drivers license prior to appointment and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County Drivers Permit
Possession of a California Class B Drivers license with an air brake endorsement within 6 months of employment or vacate the position
Theory and principles of electrical and electronic equipment and circuits
Theory, principles and procedures used in construction inspection
Tools and equipment used in the testing and repair of electrical and electronic equipment and installations
Methods and procedures used to operate, repair and maintain traffic signal and lighting systems and various electronic control systems
Laws, ordinances and regulations governing electrical construction
Occupational hazards and safety precautions
Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, blue prints, schematics, and maintenance manuals
Ability to test and repair electrical and electronic equipment and installations
Ability to prepare comprehensive reports of work performed or inspected
Ability to perform a variety of manual tasks in all weather conditions and in close proximity to moving traffic
Ability to follow oral and written directions
Ability to work at elevated locations with aerial equipment on towers exceeding 50 feet in height and in confined spaces
Ability to perform electrical/electronic circuit analysis to identify and correct problems
Ability to establish and maintain effective relations with those encountered in the day-to-day performance of tasks
Willingness to work odd and irregular hours; be subject to call 24 hours a day
Company
County of Santa Clara
The mission of the County of Santa Clara is to plan for the needs of a dynamic communit
10001+ employees
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