Electronic Technician (Temporary)

Electronic Technician (Temporary)

Salary

$22.20 Hourly

Location

400 N ST MARYS SAN ANTONIO,TX 78205, TX

Job Type

4C Temp

Job Number

2027-00156

Department

Downtown Operations

Opening Date

10/22/2026

Closing Date

11/5/2026 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded

No

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Summary

Under general supervision, is responsible for the repair and maintenance of electronic and electro-mechanical equipment such as electro- mechanical traffic signals and control equipment. Exercises no supervision.

This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

Work Location

400 N Saint Marys St., San Antonio, TX (78205)

Work Hours

This position requires a flexible schedule, including availability for evenings and weekends.

Essential Job Functions

• Inspects, repairs, maintains, and tests digital solid-state, alarm, data, and analog microprocessor traffic signal and control systems.
• Assists in wiring new equipment and modifying existing equipment.
• Troubleshoots, isolates, and replaces or repairs faulty unit components.
• Programs various types of traffic signal and control equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance on electro-mechanical and electronic equipment.
• Builds test equipment and cables to perform equipment repair and test functions.
• Documents all work performed in the field and in the shop.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• One (1) year of experience in electronic troubleshooting or completion of formal training program in electronics.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Drivers License

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

• Experience operating parking-specific hardware and software, including kiosks and meters.

• Experience with flatwork and concrete installation for pads and signage.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of solid-state electronics, logic gates, digital, analog timing circuits, microprocessors, oscillators, and electronic measuring and testing equipment.
• Knowledge of electronic troubleshooting techniques.
• Knowledge of Alternating Current/Direct Current (AC/DC) theory.
• Knowledge of programming, traffic phasing, and timings.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety measures as they relate to electronics and the electrical trade.
• Skill in utilizing electronic measuring equipment, including a multichannel oscilloscope, frequency counter, digital voltmeter, volt ohm meter, diagnosis intervention unit, peripheral test set, protocol analyzer, capacitor/inductor analyzer, loop insulator detector, amp probe meter, cable/conduit locator, "NEMALs" and "170s" controller tester.
• Skill in utilizing power hand tools.
• Skill in operating a small and large "Hi-ranger" bucket truck and a 3/4 ton truck.
• Skill in utilizing a concrete cutter.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position.

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.

01

Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02

Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

04

What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associates Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university
• Masters Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

05

Do you have a valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

06

Please select any of the following Microsoft Office applications that you have professional experience with:

• Word
• Excel
• Access
• PowerPoint
• Publisher
• Visio
• Teams
• Outlook
• None of the above

07

How many years of experience in electronic troubleshooting or completion of formal training program in electronics?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years +

08

How do you define going the extra mile for a customer, and can you provide an example of a time when you demonstrated this? If you do not have experience, answer N/A.

09

Describe a suggestion or action you took that improved a process or helped you manage a non-routine responsibility. What was the result? If you do not have experience, answer N/A.

10

Describe a time you worked on a complex task. What made it satisfying or challenging? If you do not have experience, answer N/A.

11

I acknowledge that this position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

• I acknowledge

12

I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at AskHR@sanantonio.gov or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

• I acknowledge.

Required Question

Employer City of San Antonio

Address Human Resources Department

San Antonio, Texas, 78205

Phone 210-207-8705

Website http://www.sanantonio.gov/HR/CareerCenter.aspx