Description

About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.

The Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking an Electrical Signal Technician/Transportation Systems Technician B-D (TST B-D) to perform skilled, senior-level electrical and electronic work on multiple types of electrical systems. This region wide position will conduct diagnoses, preventative maintenance, repair, and installation of Traffic Signals, Ramp Meters, Highway Lighting Systems, Electrical Services, and other related electrical systems within the Olympic Region. The TST B-D will operate a wide variety of electrical tools and equipment regularly performing electrical maintenance and repair in a safe and workmanlike manner. The maintenance and repair of highway electrical infrastructure is critical to ensure the safe and efficient movement of people and commerce. This position may be assigned lead duties.

What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Electrical Signal Technician will:

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  Perform senior-level preventative maintenance (PM), repairs, and installation.
• Test voltages, electrical connections, and grounding; test and monitor pedestrian heads and pushbuttons for proper orientation and operation.
• Check signal, flashing beacon, and ramp meter operation and displays; check and monitor vehicle detection system; and check and monitor signal emergency preemption operations.
• Diagnose electrical problems.
• Repair third-party damages, check for damages, make the scene electrically safe, make appropriate repairs, and remove damaged equipment from the travelled roadway; collect, document, and enter all information.
• Maintain accurate records and account for electrical service inventories in assigned area.
• Train and instruct personnel in in safe and efficient operation of equipment, safety, maintenance procedures and best practices, and other topics related to the maintenance and repair of highway electrical infrastructure.
• Utilize and operate Class “B” CDL vehicles and other electrical construction equipment and vehicles for the maintenance of signal and luminaires at heights up to 100 feet.

Duties are often physical in nature and performed primarily outdoors in all types of weather conditions. Duties also performed at elevated heights of up to 100 feet in, around, and over live traffic and heights of up to 600 feet above water.

Typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 40-hours per week, for 4, 10-hour days. Weekends and holidays may be required to respond to non-scheduled or call-out emergencies. Must be able to report in service to assigned duty station within 80 minutes of an after-hours call, and work alternate and emergency shifts as assigned. On a rotational basis carry the stand-by pager for one week at a time to provide coverage 24/7 for after-hours call outs.

Qualifications
This position may be filled at the Transportation Systems Technician B (TST B), Transportation Systems Technician C (TST C), or Transportation Systems Technician D (TST D) depending on qualifications.

To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:

• High School Graduation or GED. AND-
• Possession of a valid Class B CDL without air-brake restrictions or obtain within six (6) months of date of hire.

In addition to the above, the following is also required, depending on qualifying level:
Required experience to qualify at the TST B level is:

• Five (5) years of electrical construction experience; OR-
• Three (3) years as a TST A.

Required experience to qualify at the TST C level is:

• Five (5) years of electrical construction experience or the equivalent Traffic Signal technician classification in another city, county, or state government. NOTE: at least four (4) years of that experience must include experience within the traffic signal and illumination fields; OR-
• Two (2) years as a TST B.

Required experience to qualify at the TST D level is:

• Six (6) years of electrical construction industry, or an equivalent traffic signal technician classification in another city, county, or state government. This experience shall be within the traffic signal and illumination fields.
• Satisfactory completion of two (2) years of service as a TST C, successful completion of the training for TST C, and passing a written and practical examination, incumbent will advance to the Transportation Systems Technician D level.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• Journey Level Electrician License (ME01, EL01, EL02, EL04, or EL07)
• Electronics Certification by Washington State CET or International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET)
• Associates Degree in Electronics

Important Notes

• In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
• This position may be filled at the Transportation Systems Technician B, Transportation Systems Technician C, or Transportation Systems Technician D depending on qualifications.
  • TST B: $64,788 – $78,900
  • TST C: $71,520 – $87,144
  • TST D: $75,120 – $91,524
• This position is not eligible for remote work.
• This position may subject to the drug and alcohol testing requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA). For more information, please go to DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing.
• Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 357-16-197 mandates that all employees who work for executive cabinet agencies (which includes the Department of Transportation) must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Compliance with this mandate is a condition of employment with WSDOT. Exemption may be granted for religious or medical purposes; however, accommodations will be subject to approval based on the essential functions required of the position.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov

Why WSDOT

• Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle.
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees earn a minimum 14 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?

How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. NOTE: This information may be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

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WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, as well as people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.

Contact us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Alyssa Nastasi at NastasA@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 22DOT-OR-32124e in the subject line.