Communications Technician (Senior)

Job Description:

Communications Technician (Senior)

Description

Under general and consistent direction, to provide lead supervision and to participate in the assembly, installation, maintenance, and repair of a variety of radio communications equipment; to assign, schedule, and oversee day to day tasks of technicians; to lead and participate in performing preventive maintenance on a variety of communications equipment; and to assist and participate in a variety of operational support and administrative tasks.

This classification functions at the advanced journey level of job performance within the Communications Technician job series. Incumbents in this classification provide strong lead supervisory functions and act as a resource to subordinate staff as well as possessing advanced journey level knowledge and skills in either radio/microwave transmitting and receiving or telephony and data communications systems. Incumbents in this job class are expected to have a basic familiarity with all types of communications equipment and systems utilized within the County's operations and supported by the Communications work unit.

This job class is distinguished from the:

• Communications Supervisor in that the latter is responsible for the planning, design, and implementation of all County communications systems and has over-all responsibility for all divisional operations.

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Essential Duties

This class specification represents the core area of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department.

• Develops, plans for, assigns, monitors, and participates in the installation, testing, modification and adjusting of VHF/UHF and microwave radio transceivers, antennas, mobile and portable radios and paging receivers, remote control devices, inter-communications, sound systems, and closed circuit television both in the field and in the shop.
• Assigns, monitors, and participates in the installation, testing, modification and adjusting of various types of data communication systems both in the field and in the shop
• Develops, plans for, assigns, monitors, and participates in the adjustment of transmitters and receivers for maximum efficiency; measures frequencies, modulation and power output of radio, microwave and digital circuitry-; operates and monitors radio telephone equipment
• Receives, prioritizes, and schedules responses to service/repair calls or maintenance alarms; performs the more complex troubleshooting, investigations, analyses and diagnostics of operations and performance of assigned electronic, radio/microwave transmission devices, and/ or telecommunications systems/equipment and initiates appropriate action to resolve problem and optimize system/equipment effectiveness
• Analyzes monitors and evaluates the on-going operations and activities of assigned system responsibilities; recommends improvements and modifications as needed; prepares various reports and records on operations and activities periodically and upon request.
• Confers with users on systems changes, specific needs, user complaints/concerns; contacts and consults with various County staff members and vendors to schedule equipment and servicing; estimates equipment and repair costs.
• Responds to user inquiries and/or trouble reports; assists users to determine malfunctions; initiates troubleshooting of software and equipment problems and failures, documenting and referring complex equipment problems to telecommunications vendors.
• Monitors and maintains central inventory of parts and supplies to ensure adequate levels of stock are on hand; orders necessary parts and supplies as necessary and consistent with County's purchasing policies and procedures.
• Conducts research for new and enhanced telecommunications equipment; contacts vendors for price, features, upgrades, warranties, and delivery; assists with surplusage of unneeded radio and electronics equipment.
• Develops, oversees, and participates in training Communications Technicians in a variety of radio/microwave or telephony/telecommunications functions and tasks; participates in and supports cross-training activities within Communications work unit.
• Acts as resource to Communications Technicians regarding technical and/or procedural questions; answers questions and provides information to users and other County departments regarding specialty area(s) of expertise; troubleshoots and investigates concerns/complaints; recommends and/or implements appropriate corrective action as necessary.
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees, contractors, vendors, and the general public utilizing principles of good customer service.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level as assigned.

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Position Requirements

Education: Successful completion of the twelfth grade, or equivalent, supplemented with at least thirty (30) semester credits in electronics, electrical engineering, communications technology or a related telecommunications or technology field.
Note: One (1) year of additional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement.

Experience: Considerable and progressively responsible work experience in a variety of functions that would demonstrate possession of and competency in requisite knowledge and abilities for either radio/microwave transmission/receiving or telephony/data communications systems.

Typical qualifying experience would be:

• At least two (2) years of journey level work experience equivalent to the work performed by the Communications Technician II with the County of Solano.

Licenses, Certificates, and Registrations:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid and appropriate California driver's license.
• Possession of a valid FCC General Radio Operator License or equivalent may be required.
• Tower Climbing Safety & Rescue Training Certificate may be required.

Supplemental Information

Selection Process:
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced.

All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.

RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees .

How To Apply
Applications must be submitted through the NEOGOV system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted by the final filing date.

Previously submitted application materials (i.e. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment .

Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA

Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time.

Verification of Education Required

All candidates must submit a verification of education confirming at least thirty (30) semester credits in electronics, electrical engineering, communications technology or a related telecommunications or technology field ( copy of official/unofficial transcripts, certifications, degree, etc.) verifying institution, student, date, degree and area of specialization conferred) by the final filing date. Candidates who fail to submit their transcripts by the final filing date will be disqualified from the recruitment.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.

How to Submit Your Documents


In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com . Be sure to include the recruitment title and the recruitment number in your email or fax.

Veteran’s Preference Points

To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A COPY OF THE DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE FINAL FILING DATE (or APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE).

Applicants who have a service connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service connected reasons.

Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran’s preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.

We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave

To learn more, view our benefits summary .

Closing Date/Time: 12/13/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$45.29 - $55.05 Hourly