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Vehicle Electronic Technician (7687) - IBT / Midvale

Philadelphia, PA | First detected by PublicTransitJobs.org: 2026-05-14

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Accept Close Skip to main content Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create Alert Apply now » Vehicle Electronic Technician (7687) - IBT / Midvale Category:  Vehicle Electrical Maintainer (bus, rail, car) Facility:  Midvale City:  Philadelphia Date:  May 14, 2026 Req ID:  8080 Secure Your Future with SEPTA – A Leader in Transportation!

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is the sixth-largest transportation system in the U.S., connecting communities across a 2,200-square-mile service region. SEPTA is at the forefront of innovation in the transit industry, ensuring reliable and efficient services while driving economic growth in the Philadelphia region.

 

We are proud to be recognized as:

2023 FORBES Best in State Employer

Philadelphia Employer of Choice for 2024

 

We are seeking to hire candidates for our Vehicle Electronic Technician (7687) - IBT / Midvale.    

 

OVERALL DESCRIPTION

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Project Manager – Vehicle Technology, diagnosis, repairs mechanical, electrical, electronic and logic equipment; performs road tests, prepares reports; uses pertinent shop tools and equipment.

 

Compensation Data

Starting Pay Rate $40.97/hr. 

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. Conducts diagnostic tests using equipment such as oscilloscope, diagnostic tester, computer, various meters, integrated circuits, transistors and SCR testers, capacitor tester and megger.
  2. Interprets current and voltage waveforms and graphs.
  3. Performs operational tests on GPS, Announcement, Signage, Video Surveillance, propulsion and charging system (including road tests) to determine cause of malfunction; makes necessary repairs, adjustments and reports.
  4. Inspects, removes, disassembles, cleans, repairs reassembles, adjusts, and tests modules and associated devices.
  5. Monitors proper handling, removal and installation of modules; reports improper handling to Shop Superintendent.
  6. Reads, interprets, and works from drawings, schematics, instructions, parts manuals.
  7. Interprets circuit configurations and integrated circuit logic flow diagrams.
  8. Replaces and repairs wiring and connectors.
  9. Determines spare parts requirements; prepares requisitions using manuals, part