Extra Help - IT Radio Communications Technician I

• Install and remove communication equipment, component parts, electronic sub-system assemblies, communication cabling systems and antenna installations some of which may be located on 200ft communication towers or poles.

• Bench and field test new and existing communications and electronic test equipment for accuracy, performance, reliability, and compliance with specifications and regulations.

• Investigate complaints, repair and adjust all equipment in the field and workshop.
• Diagnose and locate malfunctions and specific electronic component failure of communication systems and equipment, including operational failure of electrical generators and electronic cabling systems.
• Upkeep and maintenance of radio repeater sites, weed and fire prevention clearing, pest control, general cleaning within building and solar panel cleaning., Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

College Cost Reduction Access Act

This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.

Education:

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by vocational or technical courses in the operation and maintenance of voice and data radio, and electronic communication equipment.

Experience:

• Level I: Three years of experience in the installation and maintenance of VHF and UHF radio frequency communication equipment.

Knowledge of:

• Landmobile communications equipment including mobile and portable units, base station, and microwave systems.
• Electrical safety standards and FCC regulations.
• Precision soldering techniques for miniature electronic circuitry.
• Electronic theory including transistors, integrated circuits, and microprocessors.

Skill/Ability to:

• Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers.
• Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams.
• Use precision electronic test equipment to test and repair electronic communications systems.
• Analyze equipment failures and determine specific electronic component malfunctions.
• Follow oral and written instructions accurately; work tactfully and courteously with others.
• Obtain competent climber certifications to climb towers.
• Obtain certificate to operate mobile elevated work platform.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver’s license.