NEOGOV · 3 weeks ago
Radio Technician I - SR-19
Future vacancies with immediate vacancy in Hilo, HI
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$59K/yr - $59K/yr
3+ years expNEOGOV is looking for a Radio Technician I to join the Technical Services Division of the County of Hawai'i. The role involves adjusting, testing, servicing, maintaining, and installing radio communications equipment, ensuring compliance with FCC requirements, and providing support to departmental personnel in the proper use of equipment.
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Responsibilities
Adjusts, tests, services, maintains, and installs radio transmitters, receivers, and other communications equipment in vehicles and permanent locations
Takes periodic frequency, power, and modulation measurements of transmitters to ascertain compliance with FCC requirements
Maintains records, per FCC requirements, of work performed on transmitters
Takes field strength measurements to determine operational coverage
Inspects radio equipment for defects and makes necessary repairs
Performs periodic inspections and adjusts and repairs as necessary transmitting and receiving equipment
Designs, installs, maintains, and repairs inter-communication and public address systems
Modifies existing telecommunications equipment for specific use such as by changing radio frequencies, antenna directivity patterns and characteristics, remote control consoles and accessories to be compatible with system design changes, fabricating unusual installation hardware for equipment, and modifying existing electronic circuits to adapt to newer requirements and maintain maximum utilization
Designs and constructs new equipment for specific uses such as unique controls, switches, circuits, and amplifiers for radio, audio, recorders, and other equipment
Monitors radio message between stations or vehicles to ascertain the efficiency and clarity of the messages
Instructs and informs departmental personnel concerned in the proper use, care, and operation of radio-telephone communications equipment according to FCC rules and regulations
Checks operational procedures and records for compliance with FCC requirement
Studies departmental rules and regulations, and other technical material
Maintains off-site equipment by performing periodic preventive maintenance checks
Upkeeps surrounding grounds to ensure access to equipment and to prevent obstructions and interference with the functionality of equipment
Qualification
Required
Graduation from high school
Supplemented by technical training in electronics and radio communications
Three (3) years of technical work experience involving the installation, maintenance, repair, and modification of radio communications or related equipment
Possession of a valid State of Hawai`i driver's license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at the time of filing
Benefits
Flexible Working Arrangements:Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. *(Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)*
Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
Training and Development: The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.
County Tuition Reimbursement Program: This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service.
Retirement Plan: The Employees’ Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries.
Deferred Compensation: Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions.
Flexible Spending Plan: Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums.
Health Benefit Plans: The County of Hawai‘i offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): This voluntary assistance program provides employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.
Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for active employees.
Credit Union Membership
Other Leaves: You may be eligible for other leaves, including Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Donor Leave, Victims Protection Leave, as well as leave for Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, and Jury Duty.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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