Communications Technician
Communications Technician
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Job Description
Rate to be determined by applicants entered service date and service date in union jurisdiction of this classification.
CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race color creed religion sex marital status national origin sexual orientation ancestry age unfavorable military discharge disability or any other status protected by federal state or local laws; except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our workforce and supporting the communities we serve. CTA will make reasonable accommodations for the known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants for employment as well as its employees unless undue hardship would result. If you require an accommodation in the application or hiring process please contact prior to the submission of your application or upon notification of your actual test date. CTA will work with you to determine if an accommodation can be provided.
TO BE CONSIDERED APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN THEIR ENTIRETY INCLUDING:
- UPLOADED RESUME / WORK HISTORY
- QUALIFICATIONS
- JOB ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS
Failure to respond to correspondences during the hiring process in a timely fashion may result in your application being closed out for nonresponsiveness.
CTA Benefits
Tests repairs and adjusts electronic communication equipment used by the Authority. Provides technical support at the CTAs Control Center and supporting field locations for technology systems including but not limited to radio telephone public address video realtime bus and train systems IPbased systems and supporting infrastructure.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Tests repairs and adjusts electronic communication and computer equipment.
- Assists in developing test procedures and communication equipment modifications.
- Coordinates the activities of employees assigned to maintain test adjust and repair the Authoritys electronic communications facilities.
- Assembles wires and solders custom communication equipment.
- Installs and removes electronic communication equipment in the Authoritys vehicles and facilities. Detects and adjusts flaws in broadcast transmissions.
- Maintains proper records of all repairs and modifications performed on the Authoritys communications equipment.
- Monitors the Authoritys radio frequencies to ensure that transmissions are in compliance with F.C.C. regulations.
- Performs support for the maintenance of the CTA CCTV system.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to this position are the following jobs:
Job Title
CHALLENGES
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Must have formal training or working knowledge of analog digital and IPbased communications systems including telephone systems public address systems digital signage systems camera systems and uninterruptible power systems.
- Must have formal training or working knowledge of analog digital and IPbased radio systems
- Required to possess and maintain a valid Illinois drivers license and be able to operate an Authority or personal vehicle.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Required to lift carry and maneuver materials weighing up to 75 pounds.
- Required to have good or corrected vision and hearing and be able to distinguish colors.
- Must be physically fit in order to climb ladders stairs poles walk elevated structures rightofways subways enter manholes and walk underground tunnels or pass ways.
- Must be able to work in confined spaces in a standing kneeling or bending positions for extended amount of time.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Advanced knowledge of the operation of the Authoritys electronic communication equipment.
- Working knowledge of F.C.C. regulations governing the use of transportation twoway radios and other communications equipment used by the Authority.
- Advanced knowledge of the procedures and technical methods utilized in the testing repair and adjustment of radio and other electronic communications equipment.
- Ability to effectively coordinate the activities of employees assigned the maintenance of communications equipment.
- Ability to write and express oneself in a clear logical and comprehensive manner.
- Ability to maintain good working relationships with various levels of Authority personnel.
- Ability to read and interpret blue prints wiring diagrams and schematic drawings.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Required to submit to and pass drug and alcohol testing as mandated by the Federal Transportation Administration.
- Exposed to dirt loud noise various light and weather conditions.
- Works in close proximity to energized third rail 600 VDC) moving trains and vehicular street traffic.
- Subject to call out anytime of day or night especially in emergency situations.
- Required to work from a ladder bucket truck or other lift type equipment.
- Required to climb ladders stairs and poles walk elevated structures rightofways subways enter manholes and walk underground tunnels or pass ways.
EQUIPMENT TOOLS AND MATERIALS UTILIZED
- Bucket truck and related equipment.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
