Working Title: Electronic Technician Senior or Electronic Technician
Agency: Transportation Dept
Job ID : 92057
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 02/11/2026
Closing Date : 03/03/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-AFSCME
Division/Unit : Electronic Techs
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $25.02 - $35.17 / hourly; $52,241 - $73,434 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME
Work Area : Fort Snelling
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.
This vacancy is being announced at two different job classes, Electronic Technician Senior and Electronic Technician. The final class and starting salary are dependent on the successful applicant's qualifications.
At the Electronic Technician Senior, the position performs highly technical work constructing, repairing, and maintaining traffic related electronic equipment under general supervision. Duties include installing, repairing, maintaining, and operating traffic control devices so that devices will operate in the field efficiently and effectively; repairing, maintaining, and modifying signal cabinets to specifications; performing preliminary checkout procedures to signal cabinets and traffic related electronic equipment; testing bench equipment to assure proper operation during maintenance and repair procedures; responding to repair calls or replace of equipment in the field. Lastly, the position also installs, repairs, and maintains telecommunication systems and equipment so that communications are maintained, and equipment is functional.
At the Electronic Technician, the position maintains traffic signals and repairs, troubleshoots, and modifies traffic signal cabinets and equipment. Additionally, the position performs fieldwork in an efficient and safe manner.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications for the Electronic Technician Senior :
Registered Unlicensed Power Limited Technician license or obtain license within the probationary period.
Completion of a two-year vocational/technical program in Electronics Technology (e.g., associate in applied science degree or Electronic Technician diploma) or equivalent within the last ten years, OR equivalent experience as described in the bullets below:
Experience applying standard practices and procedures used in the repair, installation, and maintenance of electronic equipment sufficient to ensure diagnosis, repair, and operational efficiency of such equipment.This must include the ability to read wiring diagrams and schematics.
Note: Examples of qualifying electronic equipment are data/voice/video communications systems, computer systems, storage systems, network equipment and cabling.
Experience operating electronic tools, testing and measuring devices sufficient to perform electronic equipment repair and maintenance, and calibrate equipment.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written direction sufficient to carry out electronic equipment installation, maintenance, and repair.
Experience with Microsoft Office products such Excel, Word, Project, Visio, and PowerPoint.
Experience performing advanced, specialized repair, maintenance, and construction of electronic equipment; perform acceptance testing of equipment; and design and recommend new equipment and parts as needed.
Ability to perform layout and design of electronic systems.
Ability to lead the work of other technicians in the provision of repair and maintenance of electronic equipment to meet training and work direction needs, to ensure safety, provide timely service and identify problems.
Possession of valid class D driver's license.
Minimum Qualifications for the Electronic Technician :
Registered Unlicensed Power Limited Technician license or obtain license within the probationary period.
Completion of a two-year vocational/technical program in Electronics Technology (e.g., associate in applied science degree or Electronic Technician diploma) or equivalent within the last ten years, OR equivalent experience as described in the bullets below:
Experience applying standard practices and procedures used in the repair, installation, and maintenance of electronic equipment sufficient to ensure diagnosis, repair, and operational efficiency of such equipment.Experience must include the ability to read wiring diagrams and schematics.
Note: Examples of qualifying electronic equipment are data/voice/video communications systems, computer systems, storage systems, network equipment and cabling.
Experience operating electronic tools, testing, and measuring devices sufficient to perform electronic equipment repairs and maintenance and to calibrate equipment.
Ability to identify and classify electronic repair supplies and maintain stock records sufficient to supply usage statistics and to ensure timely availability of part and supplies.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions sufficient to carry out electronic equipment installation, maintenance, and repair.
Possession of valid class D driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
Possess a Power Limited Technician License from the MN Department of Labor & Industry.
Physical Requirements
A pre-placement physical examination is required for this position. Current employees who have successfully bid or are moving into a different functional work area will be required to complete the pre-employment physical exam for the area they are moving into. The scope of the physical exam will be limited to whether the employee can safely and effectively perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, in compliance with state and federal law.
Additional Requirements
Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history checks
It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver's License Check, and Education/License Verification.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
