Communications Technician at City of Alhambra – Alhambra, California

Under general supervision, the Communications Technician installs, maintains, and repairs communication systems and electronic equipment owned and operated by the City, and performs other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

Supervision is provided by the Communications Supervisor or their designee.

Essential job functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: (These functions may not be present in all positions in this classification. When a position is filled, the essential functions will be noted in the announcement of position availability. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind work assignments as needed.)

Installs, maintains, and repairs radio communication systems and equipment including base station/repeaters, mobiles, portables, cellular phones, telephone systems and equipment, video and audio equipment, computers, peripherals, data network cabling, and other related communications equipment; maintains trouble and work logs, parts and equipment inventory, and provides related documentation on work done; coordinates and assists all departments with moves, adds, and changes to maintain availability of City-owned telephone systems, including instruments, and voice mail; supplies information and instructions, briefs on usage of new equipment; installs public safety warning systems; and performs other related duties as assigned. Maintains regular attendance.

To qualify for this classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge and abilities, and enable the individual to successfully perform the essential job functions of the position. A typical combination is:

Education and/or Experience:

High School diploma or GED equivalent is required. A minimum of two years combined experience and/or supplemental courses in fundamental electronics, radio, and/or telecommunications. Experience to include the installation and maintenance of electronic communications equipment with an emphasis on troubleshooting and repairing to the component level.

Knowledge of:

Methods, procedures, tools, test equipment, and safety practices used in the maintenance of electronic communications equipment including systems utilizing both analog and digital circuitry; Federal Communications Commission rules and regulations governing Public Safety Communications; and telephone system and equipment repair and installation techniques.

Ability to:

Read, interpret, and draw schematic diagrams; troubleshoot and repair radio communications and telephone systems equipment; provide necessary documentation; operate a variety of radio and electronic tools and equipment; skillfully and safely use tools and equipment; and install, maintain, and repair electronic systems and equipment.

Possession of and ability to maintain a valid Class “C” California Driver’s license is required. A ”General Radiotelephone Operators License” (GROL) issued by the FCC (or equivalent certification) is desired.

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