Electronics Technician I, II or III (Radio Shop) Job at Texas Department of Tran

Overview

Electronics Technician I, II or III (Radio Shop) - (2503337)

TxDOT's Odessa District is looking for an Electronic Technician I, II or III (radio tech) based in our District Headquarters Office. This position will help support over 307 employees across 13 Maintenance Offices, 3 Area Offices, and the District Headquarters. Job duties will include installing, diagnosing, maintaining and repairing electronic equipment and much more.

Salary awareness: Electronics Technician I (A16): $40,918 - $61,130; Electronics Technician II (A18): $45,521 - $71,055; Electronics Technician III (A20): $51,158 - $81,351.

The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position offered based on the applicant\'s work experience, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Minimum Salary / Maximum Salary / Pay Basis

Minimum Salary: 40,918.00

Maximum Salary: 81,351.00

Pay Basis: Yearly

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Location / Travel / Schedule

Location: Odessa District Headquarters, 3901 EAST US HIGHWAY 80, Odessa 79761

Travel: Yes, 10% of the time

Shift: Day Job; 40 hrs - Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Location Flexibility: Onsite

Benefits and Perks

TxDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

TxDOT has been recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents and many offices statewide are designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. For a complete list of total compensation package, please visit the official TxDOT pages.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled electronics technical support work. Install, diagnose, maintain and repair electronic systems and equipment; operate and test circuits; calibrate electronic instruments.
• Coordinates work and troubleshoots microprocessor controlled, frequency synthesized, programmed mobile radios, base stations and miscellaneous electrical equipment.
• Installs, removes, tests and repairs mobile two-way radio equipment; installs/removes/tests/repairs two-way base communications, repeaters, microwaves and related equipment using spectrum and volt-ohm meters.
• Maintains records of equipment and call signs; orders parts and equipment and keeps records of repairs, employee time and mileage; provides input on future budget requirements.
• Receives and processes work orders from district sections and coordinates equipment repairs; maintains digital and analog systems with multiplex.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned; stays current with technology changes and researches new technologies for electronic systems and equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in General High School Studies.

Experience: 5 years experience in electronic systems, equipment installation, repair. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). College education and/or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in General High School Studies.

Experience: 6 years experience in electronic systems, equipment installation, repair. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). College education and/or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in General High School Studies.

Experience: 7 years experience in electronic systems, equipment installation, repair. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). College education and/or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Licenses and Certifications

Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Electronic Technician Roles and Abilities

Electronic Technician I: considerable knowledge of radio installation and repair; applicable safety standards; public relations; troubleshooting, repairing and calibrating electronic and mechanical components; installing and maintaining equipment; using hand and power tools and electronic test equipment.

Electronic Technician II: extensive knowledge of radio installation and repair; safety standards; public relations; troubleshooting, repairing and calibrating electronic and mechanical equipment; using hand and power tools and test equipment; maintaining working relationships.

Ability to: Work in cramped spaces and at varied heights; coordinate labor, materials, and equipment; install and maintain equipment; troubleshoot and repair equipment; use hand and power tools; work with electronic test equipment.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Subject to environmental conditions; outside/inside conditions; extreme temperatures
• Subject to noise, vibration, hazards, and atmospheric conditions
• Required to wear protective gear; may work in small spaces
• Lift up to 10-50 lbs depending on task; various physical capabilities including bending, crouching, crawling, reaching
• Must be able to report for duty within 30 minutes on a 24-hour basis for emergencies

Job Posting Details

Job Posting: Dec 3, 2025; Unposting Date: Jan 3, 2026

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. MOS codes are assigned where applicable. See the MOS codes via the Texas workforce compensation system.

EEO: The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990.