Communications Equipment Technician I
Communications Equipment Technician I
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Job Description
Agency:Illinois State Police
Position Title: Communications Equipment Technician I Radio Network Services Divison of Statewide 911
Working Title:Communications Equipment Technician I
Class Title:COMMUNICATIONS EQUIP TECH I 08831
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Closing Date/Time: 03/26/2025
Salary: Anticipated starting salary $5423 monthly; Full Range $5423$7721 monthly.
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Kane
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU:RC014
- This position is a union position; therefore provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
- All applicants who want to be considered for this positionMUSTapply electronically through theillinois.jobs2webwebsite.
- State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through theSuccessFactorsemployee career portal.
- Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail fax hand delivery) will not be considered.
- Please upload a copy of your official/unofficial transcripts for all degrees earned and a copy of any applicable professional licenses you possess to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application.
- Note: The Illinois State Police must verify and have proof of higher education and coursework (if applicable) for any degree earned before any offer can be extended.
- Answer all questions thoroughly DO NOT STATE SEE RESUME
Posting Identification Number 45052
Why Work for Illinois
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion equity and dedication that define our state. Whether youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something bigger something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our toptier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
Illinois State Polices Radio Network Services in the Division of 911 is seeking to hire a Communications Equipment Technician I. This position performs a wide variety of duties relating to installing removing testing maintaining and repairing equipment associated with a law enforcement agencys communications system including but not limited to base and mobile twoway radios antenna systems emergency power generators emergency warning systems andother stateoftheart electronic communications measuring and surveillance equipment used by law enforcement officers. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional attention to detail and the ability to problem solve.
About the Agency
The Illinois State Police strives for excellence seeking to be one of the premiere policing agencies in the country. Our core values are Integrity Service and Pride. We are seeking individuals with similar values to join us on our mission to promote public safety.
Essential Functions
- Performs installations removals maintenance and repairs on mobile and portable twoway radios antenna systems and associated equipment.
- Performs installations removals maintenance and repairs on base station twoway radios antenna systems and associated equipment. Moves heavy equipment weighing up to 75 pounds.
- Tests repairs and certifies electronic speed measuring instruments including radar and LIDAR Light Detection and Ranging.
- Tests maintains and repairs emergency power generators audio and video recorders. Work may necessitate occasional callup outside of regularly scheduled work period in order to assure continuity of communications systems within a district service area.
- Performs routine maintenance and assists with the installation and repair of microwave transceivers and associated multiplex equipment.
- Prepares and maintains various technical records and reports.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of four 4 years of high school supplemented by two 2 years of technical school with coursework in electricity electronics and communications systems.
- Requires valid F.C.C. licensure or certification by an approved organization (Active Radiotelephone First or SecondClass Operators Licenses while no longer issued by the F.C.C. remain applicable; Certification by the National Association of Business and Educational Radio or the Associated Public Safety Communications Officers or an equivalent approved organization is also substitutable).
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefers At least one 1 year of experience in practical electronics with particular emphasis in radio communications principles theory and equipment circuitry and operation maintenance and repair.
- Prefers At least one 1 year of experience using electronic test equipment for complex diagnostic and calibration procedures.
- Prefers At least one 1 year of experience in reading schematic diagrams of electronic circuitry and associated equipment manuals and servicing literature in order to gain an understanding of circuit operation normal performance characteristics and diagnostic and adjustment procedures.
- Prefers At least one 1 year of experience in recognizing and correcting communications equipment malfunctions.
- Prefers At least one 1 year of experience in the use of hand tools to effect repairs to equipment.
Condition of Employment
- Requires possession of an appropriate valid drivers license and the ability to travel.
- Requires the ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
- Requires physical ability to perform the assigned duties.
- Requires ability to respond to emergency callout after normal work hours.
- Requires exposure to unfavorable atmospheric conditions and varied temperatures.
- Requires the ability to pass an Illinois State Police background check and drug screening.
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job descriptions.
Benefits Package
The Illinois State Police offers a robust benefit package including:
Flexible work schedules in many program areas
Health life vision and dental insurance.
12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.
Pension Plan
Deferred Compensation and other pretax benefit programs.
Employees earn twelve 12 paid sick days annually.
Ten to twentyfive 1025 paid vacation days based on years of service.
Employees earn three 3 paid personal days prorated based on start date.
ThirteenFourteen 1314 paid state holidays annually.
Work Hours: Monday Friday; 8:00a 4:00p
Work Location: 777 S State St Elgin Illinois
Posting Group: Science Technology Engineering & Mathematics
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
- Use the Apply button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
- If you are not already signed in you will be prompted to do so.
- State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees a link is available at the top left of theIllinois.jobs2web.comhomepage in the blue ribbon.
- NonState employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of theIllinois.jobs2web.comhomepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in you will be prompted to create an account.
- If you have questions about how to apply please see the following resources:
- State employees: Log in to thecareer portalfor State employees and review theInternal Candidate Application Job Aid
- NonState employees: onIllinois.jobs2web click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
