Vehicle Electronics Technician

Salary: $25.42 - $35.59 HourlyLocation : Espanola, NMJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 23-00046Department: FleetOpening Date: 12/19/2024 Position DescriptionThis journey level classification is responsible for independently performing skilled electrical installations, maintenance, and repair of electronic equipment on District vehicles. Positions at this level exercise judgment and initiative in their assigned tasks, receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.Installs, maintains, tests, diagnoses, repairs, calibrates, reprograms, and adjusts electronic and related mechanical equipment and/or systems on District vehicles; plans and executes preventative maintenance schedules on said equipment and systems.Performs preventative and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and adjustment at the system, board, card, and discrete component level on various electronic systems and components, including those associated with security systems monitoring, ADA annunciation, automatic passenger counters, communications, door control, lighting, and auxiliary electrical supply, as well as those found in auxiliary equipment such as destination signs and automatic fare equipment; troubleshoots, maintains, adjusts, and programs microprocessors found in such equipment. Maintains a test bench and associated equipment; maintains appropriate supplies for timely repair of equipment; orders, receives, inspects, inventories, and stocks repair parts, diagnostic equipment, and tools.Prepares work orders to document repair history of equipment; prepares and maintains records of work performed and parts and materials used; submits reports as required, using appropriate software or other electronic data equipment.Recommends improvements and works with supervisor and other maintenance staff regarding modifications; uses diagnostic test equipment and precision measuring devices during the assigned work, including automated test equipment (ATE); verifies performance of new or modified systems or equipment. Reads and interprets diagrams, engineering drawings, manuals, schematics, work orders, and wire diagrams. Measures, tests, and inspects completed work to confirm adherence to specifications.Participates in establishing long-term Department goals and ensures compliance with federal information technology (IT) and information systems (IS) goal requirements; participates in aligning IT/IS solutions to district needs.Assists in the transport of busses, as needed.Observes and complies with all District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols. Minimum QualificationsEducation and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:Education:Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, supplemented by specialized training in vehicle electronics or a related field.Experience:Four (4) years of experience in the installation, maintenance, or repair of electronic systems and components, including communications components and microprocessor systems. 01 Do you have a degree or certificate in vehicle maintenance, repair or electronics? Yes No 02 This position may require shift work. Are you available to work a schedule that involves varied shifts; at times starting as early as 5 am or at times ending as late as 8pm? Yes No 03 How many years of installation, maintenance, or repair of electronic systems and components, including communications components and microprocessor systems experience do you have? Less than 1 year Between 1 and 3 years Between 3 and 5 years Between 5 and 7 years More than 7 years Required Question