Electronic Technician

Electronic Technician

Are you experienced in the skilled testing, diagnosis, repair, and installation of advanced electronic systems in vehicles? If so, VTA is hiring Electronic Technicians to maintain our vital equipment, communications systems, and surveillance components.

Come join our team to ensure our technology remains operational, safe, and reliable across all VTA vehicles and equipment.

The Division: Bus Maintenance VTA buses are maintained at three bus operating divisions - Chaboya, North, and Cerone. The Cerone Overhaul and Repair department provides heavy repair, component rebuild, an electronics shop, upholstery and additional maintenance services. Bus Maintenance includes timely and reliable maintenance, preventive maintenance, inspections, and transit bus and service equipment servicing.

After a bus returns from revenue service at the end of each day, Maintenance pulls the cash vault, analyzes the driver defect card, fuels the bus, cleans the interior and exterior, cleans and/or replaces seats and windows, and removes and repairs any vandalism or graffiti. Regular preventive maintenance is performed at prescheduled cycles every 2,000, 6,000, 12,000, and 24,000 miles, as well as in preparation for winter and summer driving conditions, to ensure optimal performance, efficiency, safety and reliability.

The Overhaul and Repair department provides paint and body repair, upholstery, farebox repair, electronics repair, component overhaul, and the heavy repair/rebuild of engines, transmissions, and other components. The Road Call Maintenance unit is part of Running Repair/Corrective Maintenance and performs diagnostic and minor field repairs to VTA buses in revenue service

What You'll Be Doing:

Definition:

Under general supervision, the Electronic Technician performs skilled testing, diagnosis, repair, and installation of electronic systems and equipment; and also testing and repair of communications systems, surveillance equipment, and other related equipment.

The Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate is a skilled, safety-conscious Electronic Technician with strong experience troubleshooting solid-state circuitry and digital control systemsincluding revenue collection, public address, and radio communication systems. They understand electrical theory and general shop safety, with a proven ability to test, repair, and install electronic systems on transit vehicles. This candidate can read blueprints and schematics, adapt to new transit technologies, and easily log repairs into computer work systems. Above all, they are a proactive team player who writes clear reports, supports fellow technicians, and builds positive working relationships.

About VTA: The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority employs more than 2,000 people dedicated to providing solutions that move Silicon Valley. Unique among transportation organizations in the San Francisco Bay Area, VTA is Santa Clara County's authority for transit development and operations (light rail and bus), congestion management, transportation-related funding, highway design and construction, real estate and transit-oriented development, and bicycle and pedestrian planning. With local, state, and federal partners, VTA works to innovate the way Silicon Valley moves and provide mobility solutions for all. Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) is an independent special district that provides sustainable, accessible, community-focused transportation options that are innovative, environmentally responsible, and promote the vitality of our region. VTA provides bus, light rail, and paratransit services, as well as participates as a funding partner in regional rail service including Caltrain, Capitol Corridor, and the Altamont Corridor Express. As the county's congestion management agency, VTA is responsible for countywide transportation planning, including congestion management, design and construction of specific highway, pedestrian, and bicycle improvement projects, as well as promotion of transit oriented development. VTA provides these services throughout the county, including Campbell, Cupertino, Gilroy, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Los Gatos, Milpitas, Monte Sereno, Morgan Hill, Mountain View, Palo Alto, San Jose, Santa Clara, Saratoga and Sunnyvale. VTA continually builds partnerships to deliver transportation solutions that meet the evolving mobility needs of Santa Clara County. As we continue to implement our VTA Forward Plan, we aim to strengthen and increase our workforce to take on future opportunities and challenges by elevating our people and our services.

Essential Job Functions

Typical Tasks:

• Repairs, replaces, or modifies electronic and electrical components and defective parts for a variety of equipment and systems controls;
• Troubleshoots solid state electronic systems;
• Fabricates and installs special electronic testing systems;
• Services and maintains microprocessor control systems;
• Inspects new microprocessor and solid state systems installed by contractors;
• Calibrates and repairs test equipment;
• Maintains parts inventory and computer inventory records;
• Prepares various activity and status reports;
• Prepares written reports, documents defects and repairs on inspection forms, work orders, or designated computer programs;
• Operates computer for related data input and retrieval;
• May be assigned to various maintenance facilities on a project basis or called upon to respond to a road call for emergency repairs;
• May familiarize other Electronic Technicians in the proper method of performing their job;
• Performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Employment Standards: Training, education, and experience equivalent to an AA or AS degree from an accredited college in Electronic or Computer Technology and one (1) year of experience in electronic maintenance and repair. Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and the ability to qualify for and maintain a Class B (Commercial) license with passenger endorsement and an LRV operator certification is required. Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and odd and unusual hours.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of:

• Solid state circuitry diagnostic and repair techniques and procedures;
• Test equipment and tools needed in the repair, maintenance, and installation of electronic and electrical systems and equipment;
• Theory and principles of electronic and electrical equipment and circuits;
• Analog and digital control systems;
• General shop safety procedures.

Ability to:

• Test and repair electronic and electrical equipment and systems;
• Read and interpret blue prints, maintenance manuals, schematics, construction drawings, and specifications;
• Keep current with state-of-the-art repair methods and procedures developments;
• Learn operating system languages as required;
• Prepare written reports, document defects and repairs on inspection forms, work orders, or designated computer programs;
• Perform computer-related functions that allow for data input and retrieval;
• Effectively read, understand, and use technical information found in repair manuals, service change bulletins, and applicable technical documents, including parts and supply manuals;
• Learn and stay current on all new technologies introduced into the transit industries as it relates to bus and light rail vehicle electronic maintenance;
• Familiarize other Electronic Technicians in the proper method of performing their job;
• Establish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in the course of business.

General Application Instructions: Please read this job announcement in its entirety before applying. We recommend printing or saving a copy for future reference. To be considered, applications must be submitted online through the Human Resources department by the posted deadline. If the job posting is listed as "continuous," we encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as the posting may close without prior notice. Once your application is submitted, you will receive an immediate email confirmation. Personalized responses to Supplemental Questions that connect your past experiences to this specific role are the most effective. AI-generated content may lack the specificity required to address the key criteria outlined in the job description. While we encourage the use of AI as a tool to enhance your work, we want to evaluate your non-AI-assisted communication skills. You may use AI to generate ideas, but please ensure your final responses are in your own voice and reflect your unique experience. Overreliance on AI-generated content is discouraged and may diminish your chances of success. Important: Only online applications will be accepted for this recruitment. We do not accept paper applications, resumes, Job Interest Notification Cards, or incomplete/unsubmitted applications in place of a fully completed application. Communication & Contact Information All updates regarding your applicationincluding notices for testing and interviewswill be sent via email. Be sure to select email as your preferred method of communication and maintain a valid, up-to-date email address. Applicants are also responsible for keeping their phone numbers and mailing addresses current in their online profiles. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to provide individual updates. Please check your application status through your online