Highway Patrol Electronic Technician 1
Highway Patrol Electronic Technician 1
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Job Description
18 mos. exp. in installation repair & workings of mobile communication equipment or vehicular electronics; for positions requiring travel must possess & maintain valid drivers license per Section 4507.02 (A)(1) of Revised Code.
Or completion of 2 yr. technical program in electronics or radio communications; for positions requiring travel must possess & maintain valid drivers license per Section 4507.02 (A)(1) of Revised Code.
Or completion of associate core program in electronic engineering; for positions requiring travel must possess & maintain valid drivers license per Section 4507.02 (A)(1) of Revised Code.
Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Note: To meet the minimum qualifications through completion of a 2 yr. technical program applicants must be able to verify that the technical program consisted of a minimum of 21 credit hours upon completion.
JOB SKILLS
Technical Skills: Basic Documentation Communications Electrical Engineering Electrical Trade Telecommunications Systems
Professional Skills: Analyzation Attention to Detail Listening Problem Solving Written Communication
Ohio State Highway Patrols Mission
The Ohio State Highway Patrol provides unbiased professional public safety services through inclusion collaboration and innovation
The State of Ohio is a drugfree workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/nonmedical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio DrugFree Workplace Policy (HR39) and as outlined in the posting.
Ohio Department of Public Safety Ohio State Highway Patrol
Report In Location 1583 Alum Creek Drive Columbus 43209
Work Hours: Choice of 6:00am 2:00pm OR 7:00am 3:00pm
Under the direction & guidance of higherlevel Highway Patrol Electronic Technician clean install repair & maintain basic electronic & communication equipment:
Install all RF mobile & portable electronic equipment (i.e. radios portables Vehicle Repeater System (VRS)) various electronic equipment (i.e. emergency light bar deck lights corner lights incar video system) various wiring harnesses (i.e. control cables antenna coax Division approved wire harnesses etc.) various storage boxes trays consoles &/or cages into Ohio Department of Public Safety (ODPS) staff vehicles Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) vehicles &/or vehicles for other state agencies which may contain secured ammunition &/or firearms;
Perform final inspection of all items listed above & on all electronic equipment installed in vehicles for accuracy & completeness;
Test repair &/or refurbish electronic equipment & various wiring harnesses (i.e. control cables wire harnesses consoles trays storage boxes lights sirens & other electronic equipment used on &/or in patrol cars; etc.);Repair electronic testing equipment used for monitoring & adjusting;
Monitor & correct any frequency modulations & power output according to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules & regulations;
Log repairs performed & adjustments to equipment per FCC guidelines;
Assist in preparing required reports;
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Exposed to high voltages inclement weather dust dirt fumes loud & constant noise; exposed to mosquitoes rodents wasps & poisonous snakes at remote tower sites; installations & repairs require working in confined spaces such as under vehicle dashboards & in vehicle trunks; on call 24 hrs; 7 days per week.
- This position may be filled by a layoff or certification eligibility list.
- This position will be filled in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement if applicable.
- This position is essential meaning the duties this job performs are critical to the continued operations of the Ohio Department of Public Safety during a public safety emergency (OAC 123: 14601 & DAS Directive HRD11). This position will be required to report for duty during any public safety emergency.
Background Check Information
- A BCI and FBI fingerprint check a background check including a polygraph examination may be required on all selected applicants.
- A comparative analysis and/or drugtest may be a requirement of the hiring process.
- This position is subject to Federal Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) regulations that prohibit someone to carry transport or otherwise possess firearm(s) and/or ammunition from consuming marijuana including medical marijuana. Medical marijuana is prohibited as a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test for final applicants in this position.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
