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Job Title: Sr. Electronics Technician
Location:Â Hampton, VA
Employment Type: Full-Time (W2)
GovFirst is seeking a skilled and safety-focused Sr. Electronics Technician to support electronic infrastructure in the Hampton, VA.
The successful candidate is responsible for:
- Install, repair, maintain, program, and modify devices and equipment associated with traffic control systems.
- Work with traffic signal controllers, fiber optic systems, wireless communications, twisted pair systems, and IP over Ethernet communication technologies and networks.
- Maintain and troubleshoot transportation-related communication, video, and network equipment.
- Perform preventative maintenance on dynamic/changeable message signs, closed circuit television (CCTV) cameras, pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) devices, encoders, decoders, Ethernet switches, PLCs, and other related equipment.
- Apply principles of electronic theory to diagnose and resolve equipment issues.
- Assist Traffic System Technicians and Traffic Signal Technicians as required.
- Read and interpret plans, schematics, technical drawings, and system displays.
- Troubleshoot and locate defective devices and perform repairs.
- Use electronic test equipment, fiber optic testing equipment, hand tools, and power tools safely and effectively.
- Operate personal computers and related software applications.
- Climb communication towers to repair cameras and communication equipment when required.
- Operate a variety of vehicles and equipment, including platform and bucket trucks.
- Respond to emergency call-backs during scheduled off-hours as needed.
Requirements
Required Skills & Experience:
- Three to five years of experience in troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing electronic and communication systems required.
- Strong understanding of electronic theory.
- Ability to read and interpret technical plans, schematics, and displays.
- Experience using electronic testing equipment and fiber optic testing equipment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Required Education & Credentials:
- High School Diploma or GED required. (Degree in engineering may be preferred)
Required Work Authorization:
- U.S. Citizenship
Required Licensing & Background Check:
- Valid driver’s license required.
- DMV records check required.
- Pre-employment drug screening required.
- Fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check required
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