Electronics Technician Leader
State of Nebraska

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Hiring Agency:
Transportation - Agency 27

Location:
Omaha, NE

Hiring Rate:
$21.524

Job Posting:
JR2024-00011504 Electronics Technician Leader (Open)

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Job Description:
The Operations Division of the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is looking for an Electronic Technician Leader. Make a direct difference as an Electronics Technician Leader by efficiently and accurately repairing equipment while leading a dedicated team. This position will be both challenging and rewarding.

We reward our employee's 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:

• Receive or initiate work assignment schedules, and assign, coordinate, and guide the work assignments of other Electronics Technicians in accordance with established workflow/assignment requirements.
• Review and report on the work performance of co-workers to determine the overall conformity to established timetables and quality standards, and to document and communicate employee production levels and training needs.
• Train Electronic Technicians, as directed, in specific tasks, job practices, and procedures of the electronics technician trade to improve and maintain the performance levels of these employees.
• Schedule and perform preventative maintenance for electronic equipment to ensure that necessary inspection, adjustment, and replacement of parts are made prior to malfunctions or safety hazards occurring.
• Estimate time, cost, and materials needed to install, replace, repair, or modify electronic equipment to provide others with information necessary to determine whether work should be done.
• Record time spent, materials used, supplies and equipment purchased, and other necessary information to accurately determine the cost of work performed.
• Coordinate with supervisory personnel and agency staff to discuss the assigned electronic installation or modification work to determine the most appropriate locations of equipment.
• Order supplies, materials, and equipment to maintain adequate stock levels of commonly used items and obtain unusual or special purpose items for specific jobs to be performed.
• Install and maintain highly technical electronic equipment such as traffic signals, computers, microprocessors, P25 radio systems, CCTV/RWIS towers, PBX telephone systems, microwave communication devices, programmable message boards DMS/PDMS, Survey GPS reference stations,
• Analyze and diagnose problems on electronic equipment through the use of schematic drawings and equipment prints and accomplish necessary repairs.
• Test new equipment and modify it to fit specialized user needs.
• Design and build circuits and specialized equipment.
• Test, repair, and calibrate test equipment and specialized vehicle equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Training and experience in skilled electronics technician work.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience leading teams. Experience in assigning and coordinating work assignments.

Other:

• Regular and reliable attendance is required.
• Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Tools, materials, and advanced methods of electronics installation, maintenance, and repair work.
• Principles and theory of electricity.
• Quality and adaptability of various materials used to complete assigned tasks.
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions of the electronics repair trade.
• Agency policies and procedures.

Skill in:

• Coordinating the work of others in maintaining an efficient workflow.

Ability to:

• Schedule, assign, guide, and evaluate the work of other Electronics Technicians.
• Perform skilled work in the electronics repair trade.
• Determine the materials and equipment necessary to install, repair, and maintain electronic equipment.
• Construct and modify equipment for initial installations and specialized functions.
• Use test equipment to locate and repair equipment defects.
• Interpret and work from technical sketches and blueprints.
• Establish work priorities.
• Determine appropriate work schedules.

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: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

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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