This Position perform skilled journey level work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electronic and computerized vehicle systems and equipment including but not limited to advanced vehicle management control systems, voice and data communication equipment, digital camera and recording systems, and farebox equipment and systems. The selected candidates are expected to independently perform the full range of electronic and computerized vehicle systems maintenance, repair, and service activities on the City’s entire complement of motorized equipment.

Some of the duties performed by incumbents of this position are as follows: 

• Troubleshoots, installs and removes,  and repairs electronic fareboxes using appropriate tools. 

• Conducts preventative maintenance inspections and repairs on electronic fareboxes. 

• Troubleshoots and repairs all vehicle and equipment electrical problems, including complete diagnosis of electronic and computer controlled systems. 

• Programs and operates automatic diagnostic and testing equipment, including the use of computer based software, to facilitate troubleshooting electronic equipment. 

• Implements and schedules routine preventative maintenance for on-board advanced vehicle control systems. 

Minimum Requirements–Education and Experience:

• High school graduation or equivalent 

• An Associate of Science degree or equivalent college level course work in Electronics Technology, Electronics Communication, Radio Communications or related field is desirable.

• Three (3) years of recent, paid journey level performing installation, repair, maintenance, and testing of electronic communications equipment, fare boxes, two-way radios or analog and digital equipment. 

Selection Process:     
The selection process will include the following to determine suitability for the position:
Selection Interview with the Transportation Department Background and Reference check, including Live Scan fingerprinting, Medical Examination; candidates must pass a pre-placement medical examination, which will include a drug screen. A positive pre-placement drug test, refusal or failure to test may result in rejection of the candidate.

*PLEASE NOTE:* Positions in this job classification are considered safety sensitive under Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol regulations and are, therefore, subject to specific employment reference verifications prior to employment and random drug and alcohol screenings during employment.  

• Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license with a passenger transportation endorsement is required. A class B permit will be accepted for the first 90 days of appointment as an Electronic Fleet Services Technician. 

• Possession of a Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning (MVAC) Certification is required within six months of appointment. 

• Possession of a Master Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) technician certificate in automobile, medium/heavy truck and/or transit bus is desirable.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

At time of appointment, must provide own tools of type and quantity necessary for journey-level maintenance and repair of electronic and computerized systems in vehicles and equipment. Note: The city provides $600.00 annually for tools purchased.