NEOGOV · 4 days ago
Communications Technician I - Motor Pool
Southfield, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$56K/yr - $84K/yr
2+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Communications Technician I for the Public Works Motor Pool in Southfield, MI. The role involves installing, repairing, and servicing mobile communication equipment in public safety vehicles, as well as coordinating maintenance for two-way radio systems.
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Responsibilities
Installs, repairs and services the following:
Mobile radios receivers and transmitters in rolling stock
Mobile radar equipment in assigned public safety vehicles
Emergency lighting, sirens and associated controllers for this equipment
Coordinates the installation and maintenance of two-way radio equipment
Installation of non-communication equipment in vehicles (push bumpers, partitions, consoles, equipment boxes, etc.)
Design and build specialized equipment as needed
Provide specifications for system design and development; assist in the evaluation of communications related equipment throughout the City standard bid process
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must be high school graduate or equivalent
Classes in electronics and radio with technical knowledge and experience in the installation, repair and maintenance of communications equipment or Associates Degree in Electronics or Technical Certification (FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License or APCO Technician Certificate) preferred
Minimum of two years' experience in the installation, repair and maintenance of communications and vehicle equipment
Working knowledge and skill using computers for inventory, log/track job progress and reports for management
Working knowledge of practices, tools, equipment and materials, installation, testing, repair and maintenance, and electrical and radio communications theory utilized in radio operations
Ability to read and understand drawings, plans, schematic diagrams and sketches of radio and other electronic equipment
Ability to locate and repair trouble in communications and radar equipment, sirens, emergency lighting, etc
Must be able to schedule workload in efficient and effective manner to minimize downtime and equipment
Excellent written and oral communication skills; and the ability to work effectively with others
Available for mandatory overtime (nights and weekends)
Must possess a valid Michigan Chauffeur driver's license with a good driving record or the ability to obtain a Chauffeur License within 30 days of appointment
Must pass a DOT physical
Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodations
Benefits
Health care
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Deferred compensation plans
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Holidays
Vacation
Sick leave
Medical, Dental and Vision Elections, or Opt Out
Term Life
Aflac
Met Law
Retirement Savings Account
Tuition Reimbursement
EAP
FMLA
Flexible Spending Account
Residency Bonus
Blended Pension Plan Employees
Defined Benefit SERS
Defined Contribution 401a MissionSquare
Retirement Health Savings
Life Insurance MetLife
Medical Elections
Retirement Savings Account
Supplemental
Tuition Reimbursement
Residency Bonus
MetLife
Voluntary Term Life and ADD
AFLAC
EAP Ulliance
FMLA
FSA & Dependent Care
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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