Maintenance Specialist Traffic Control & Electronic Systems Journey​/Lead; PCN

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY! Maintenance Specialist, Traffic Control & Electronic Systems Journey 2/Lead

Keep Alaska Moving! This position supports public safety by maintaining the traffic signal and highway illumination systems that keep Alaska’s transportation network operating safely. It requires high-risk safety‑critical work and teamwork.

• Maintain and repair traffic signal systems, roadway lighting, and related infrastructure throughout the Northern Region.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on controllers, detection systems, lighting circuits, and associated electrical equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical and electronic systems in the field and in the shop using specialized test equipment and software.
• Operate bucket trucks and other equipment while working at heights and in live traffic environments.
• Coordinate with fellow technicians, supervisors, and engineers to ensure systems operate safely and reliably.

This position offers steady, year‑round employment with a predictable schedule. In addition to base pay, the role offers strong benefits, excellent leave accrual, and long‑term job stability. Employer‑supported CDL training may be available for qualified candidates who do not already possess a Class B CDL with air brakes.

You’ll gain specialized, hands‑on experience with traffic control, lighting, detection systems, and fiber optic splicing. The role provides the opportunity to work independently while being supported by a small, close‑knit crew.

This position is located in FAIRBANKS. Work is performed both in a maintenance shop and in the field along highways, intersections, and other facilities using bucket trucks and specialized equipment. The position requires outdoor work year‑round, often in live traffic and at heights, with travel throughout the region.

• Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for measurable high‑quality, timely, and cost‑effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions. Compiles with established control systems and rules.
• Conscientiousness: Displays a high level of effort and commitment towards performing work; demonstrates responsible behavior.
• Electrical: Knowledge of electrical equipment, components, instruments, and systems, including their design, installation, testing, uses, repair, or maintenance.
• Self‑Management: Sets well‑defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.
• Teamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals.

Most travel within the region is by truck; travel by small aircraft is rare.

• Certificate of Fitness Journey Electrician & First Aid/CPR Card
• Electrician’s license with the State of Alaska (conditional approval allowed for reciprocal states)
• Class B Commercial Driver’s License with air brake endorsement (required at time of hire)
• Compliance with DOT&PF Drug and Alcohol Policy

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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY**

At time of application, applicants are requested to provide a current copy of your Electrician’s License, completed reciprocal agreement with the State of Alaska, and three professional references.

At time of interview, applicants are requested to provide a current copy of your CDL with endorsements.

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call or 465-4095 in Juneau or  (TTY) or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P. O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK . The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Eric Slay, Maintenance Specialist, Traffic Cntrl & Elec Sys, Foreman, Hiring Manager

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