Navajo County · 17 hours ago
Radio Communications Technician
Holbrook, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expNavajo County is seeking a Radio Communications Technician to perform professional level work in the installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of radios and electronic equipment. The role includes responsibilities such as troubleshooting communication systems, maintaining FCC compliance, and providing technical assistance to staff.
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Responsibilities
Installs, tests, repairs, and maintains base, mobile, and portable two-way radios and accessory equipment
Installs, repairs and maintains microwave radio and multiplex equipment, both analog and digital, and point to point communications systems
May operate and maintain mobile electronic service shop truck or other service vehicle
Modifies existing equipment to meet present needs
Assists in the planning and designing of new installations, systems, and equipment
Checks frequencies and solves interference problems
Provides technical expertise in the consideration of equipment and system needs and concerns
Repairs and maintains test equipment
Periodically checks reliability of equipment
Attends training and reads publications to remain current in electronic technology
Maintains logs and prepares reports
Maintains inventory of equipment and parts
Maintains all FCC Licenses and ensures FCC compliance
Trains employees in the methods, practices, policies and procedures applicable to the work
Serves as recognized expert within program area and provides technical assistance to other departmental staff
Work with appropriate Frequency Coordinators to acquire new licenses
May be required to perform maintenance work in adverse conditions
May be required to work on radio towers
Any other work as assigned
Qualification
Required
Under limited direction, performs professional level work of moderate difficulty installing, inspecting, maintaining and repairing radios, microwave systems, and other electronic equipment
Installs, tests, repairs, and maintains base, mobile, and portable two-way radios and accessory equipment
Installs, repairs and maintains microwave radio and multiplex equipment, both analog and digital, and point to point communications systems
May operate and maintain mobile electronic service shop truck or other service vehicle
Modifies existing equipment to meet present needs
Assists in the planning and designing of new installations, systems, and equipment
Checks frequencies and solves interference problems
Provides technical expertise in the consideration of equipment and system needs and concerns
Repairs and maintains test equipment
Periodically checks reliability of equipment
Attends training and reads publications to remain current in electronic technology
Maintains logs and prepares reports
Maintains inventory of equipment and parts
Maintains all FCC Licenses and ensures FCC compliance
Trains employees in the methods, practices, policies and procedures applicable to the work
Serves as recognized expert within program area and provides technical assistance to other departmental staff
Work with appropriate Frequency Coordinators to acquire new licenses
May be required to perform maintenance work in adverse conditions
May be required to work on radio towers
Knowledge of the principles of two-way radio communication
Knowledge of the design principles of radio equipment
Knowledge of two-way radio equipment, components and systems
Knowledge of the principles of microwave radio and multiplex communications systems
Knowledge of solid state electronics, the operational design of circuits, and electronic
Knowledge of digital technology
Knowledge of state and federal two-way radio regulations
Knowledge of safety procedures, techniques and equipment
Knowledge of the common causes of failure that occur in radio transmitting and receiving equipment
Knowledge of the principles of antenna design and construction
Knowledge of current developments in the field of communications
Ability to remove and install two-way radios, and other equipment
Ability to read and use schematic diagrams
Ability to interconnect electronic components into a functional system
Ability to adapt electronic components and equipment for specific uses
Ability to use electronic testing equipment and hand tools
Ability to complete and maintain records and forms
Ability to maintain an inventory of equipment and parts
Ability to drive vehicles associated with work
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and through written communication
Preferred
Associate's degree in electronic technology; AND five years experience in radio communication; AND a valid drivers license; OR equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Company
Navajo County
Navajo County
501-1000 employees
Funding
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