Transit Asset and Data Specialist - GoPasco

Transit Asset and Data Specialist - GoPasco

Salary

$25.12 - $35.16 Hourly

Location

New Port Richey, FL

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

14295-0926

Department

GoPasco (Public Transportation)

Opening Date

09/21/2026

Closing Date

10/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Salary Range

$25.12 - $35.16

Pay Grade

N38 (Non-exempt position)

Salary Disclosure

Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity.

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General Description

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A TRANSIT ASSET AND DATA SPECIALIST - ITS TECH

Technical and administrative work organizing, maintaining, and tracking, data analytic and asset inventories for a full-service transit agency. This position is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of new or existing Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) technology (communications equipment and devices) on GoPasco vehicles. Ensures GoPasco capital assets are kept in a state of good repair to prevent system failures. Collect accurately and report GoPasco fixed route and demand response data to Federal, State, and local agencies and funding sources.

Essential Job Functions

Technical support work installing, repairing, maintaining, programming, and modifying devices and equipment associated with Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS).

Responsibilities include regular technical support, maintenance and upgrades on equipment and highly technical, proprietary software, such as On-Board Video Surveillance, Automatic Vehicle Locator (AVL), Voice Annunciators (AVA), Automatic Passenger Counters (APCs), Radio Communication System, Mobile Routers, Bus Destination Signs, Tablets, Electronic Fareboxes and Dispatch and Scheduling software, etc.

Responsible for clerical, technical and administrative work of collecting, tracking, organizing, and reporting transit system performance to Federal, State, and local regulators and funding sources. Gathers information and statistics to prepare reports as required. Establishes and maintains files, logs, and related technical information.

Collaborates with Fleet Management, Facilities Management, Information technology and other county stakeholders on asset, facility and infrastructure performance and reliability. Ensures assets are maintained to OEM specifications. Builds vendor relationships and ensures contractual compliance.

Responsible for implementation of new technology as well as troubleshooting and maintenance of existing technology and transit software applications.

Provides vital support to staff as it relates to coordinating, setting up, configuring, and maintaining databases, PCs, and hardware, while communicating the same with the County IT and vendors.

Responsibilities include initial assessment, triage, research, exchange, root cause, and resolution of basic incidents and requests regarding the use of approved software products, hardware, and computer equipment. Problems beyond the scope of their ability or responsibility are resolved by engaging, in a timely manner, other service resources and vendors as needed.

Analyzes and resolves incidents and requests regarding use of application software or hardware, maintain logs, audits data to validate accuracy or correct as necessary and tracks incidents for reporting purposes.

Conducts annual equipment inventory as required by funding source and assist with the Transit Asset Management (TAM) Plan.

Provides after hours and on-call support as required.

Travels to GoPasco sites during the day to assist users with ITS issues.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to continue with education and training for new technologies as they are introduced.
• Knowledgeable in the methods, practices, techniques, and materials of the intelligent transportation systems.
• Ability to read and work from plans, schematics, and displays.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to apply strong analytical skills to interpret statistics.
• Ability to effectively manage time, meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• Ability to interpret, combine and organize information.
• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive evaluations and reports.
• Ability to read and understand technical specifications, spreadsheets, work orders, manuals, and documents related to transit vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive evaluations and reports.
• Ability to work independently without close supervision.
• Ability to troubleshoot and locate defective devices and make repairs.
• Ability to use electronic test equipment, hand and power tools.
• Skilled with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Publisher with the ability to become familiar with proprietary software applications
• Knowledge of asset life-cycle management, reliability-centered maintenance and rolling stock preventative, corrective and predictive maintenance.
• Ability to lift and move 20lbs.

Minimum Requirements

PHYSICAL SKILLS: Ability to drive a motor vehicle. Ability to lift and move 20lbs. or work with another team member to lift and/or move heavy objects. Ability to frequently climb, bend, stoop, kneel, squat, and stretch. Ability to perform moderate to advanced personal computer tasks. Ability to perceive color, depth, and texture. Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate degree or higher in Business, Transportation, Logistics, Engineering, Diesel Technology, Automotive Technology or related field OR a High School Diploma or GED and two (2) years of experience in transit, transportation, logistics, diesel mechanics or a related field may be considered.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Florida drivers license. State of Florida Class "A" or "B" Contractors License preferred.

ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

VETERANS PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.

PASCO COUNTY WAS VOTED ONE OF THE NATIONS TOP WORKPLACES FOR 2021

Benefits include:

• Florida Retirement System (FRS) retirement plan
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Paid holidays
• Group insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Deferred compensation
• Medical leave pool
• Annual medical leave buy-back
• Mid-management/Professional grade, and management personnel may receive 40 hours of admin leave per calendar year.

Effective July 1, 2011, FRS members must contribute 3% of their salary as retirement contributions, on a pre-tax basis (the salary is reduced by the amount of the employee contribution before determining the federal income tax deduction). The employer will automatically deduct the employee contributions.

01

I am aware that the following supplemental questions will determine my eligibility for this position.

• Acknowledge
• Decline

02

Are you a current Pasco County BOCC employee?

• Yes
• No

03

Which best describes your highest level of COMPLETED education?

• GED
• High School
• Associate degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate
• None of the above

04

Which best describes the years of experience you have in transit, transportation, logistics, diesel mechanics or a related field?

• Ten or more years of experience
• Nine years but less than ten
• Eight years but less than nine
• Seven years but less than eight
• Six years but less than seven
• Five years but less than six
• Four years but less than five
• Three years but less than four
• Two years but less than three
• One year but less than two
• Less than one year of experience

05

Do you have a State of Florida Class "A" or "B" Contractors License?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you possess a valid Florida drivers license or have the ability to obtain the license within 30 days from date of hire?

• Yes
• No

07

Are you a veteran who served as a member of the armed forces of the United States during a period of war, defined in Title 38, U.S.C., and who was separated from such service under honorable conditions, or the surviving spouse of any such veteran? (SUPPORTING DOCUMENTION IS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION OR NEXT BUSINESS DAY).

• Yes
• No

08

I hereby acknowledge that Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law, and consent to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing, and agree to abide by the program and policy if employed by Pasco County BOCC.

• Acknowledged
• Declined

09

Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Note: If hired, a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be completed at the start of employment.

• Yes
• No

10

Have you recently retired from the Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or Investment Plan within the last 6 months?

• Yes
• No

11

Please specifically explain how your prior work experience and education match the qualifications for this position. (1000 characters or less)

12

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• Friend/Family Referral
• Indeed
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• Job Fair
• LinkedIn
• Magazine publication
• Nextdoor
• Pasco County employee
• Pasco County Facebook Page
• Pasco County website/Governmentjobs.com
• Pasco County Traffic Sign
• Utility bill insert
• X/Twitter
• YouTube
• Other

13

If a Pasco County employee referred you, please provide the name of the employee. If none, write N/A.

Required Question

Employer Pasco County

Address 7536 State Street

New Port Richey, Florida, 34654

Phone (727) 847-8030

(727) 847-8103

Website http://www.pascocountyfl.net