Radio Communications Technician II

Perris, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 64532 - 95337

Posted on: 24 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

ABOUT THE POSITION

The County of Riverside seeks candidates to fill positions throughout Riverside County. A list of eligible candidates will be established to fill current and future vacancies.

The Riverside County Fire Department has an opportunity for a Radio Communications Technician - Level II (IT Communications Technician) located in Perris.

The Radio Communications Technician - Level II (IT Communications Technician) will be tasked with performing repairs of communication repeaters and dispatch radio systems repairs of mobile and handheld radios and the departments keyless security door system. Additionally the selected candidate will repair headsets and emergency warning lights in/on apparatus and provide repairs to telephone network systems and infrastructure.

Competitive candidates experience will exceed three years within the last four years performing extensive vehicle outfitting and 12-volt circuitry and wiring; repairing and installing two-way radios; testing and adjusting equipment in vehicles and stations to frequencies specified by the Federal Communications Commission.

Please note that extended hours standby shifts and travel throughout the county is required.

Meet the Team!

The Riverside County Fire department ( (RCFD) is one of the largest integrated cooperative regional fire protection organizations in California. The department a unique partnership between state of California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) and the County of Riverside serves 22 partner agencies and has five core values: Leadership Competence Integrity Safety and Customer service.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Install communication (e.g. radio computer) and other equipment in or on vehicles; install communication (e.g. radio microwave computer telephone) and other equipment (e.g. infrastructure equipment cabling) in offices and other buildings (e.g. remote microwave/radio tower sites); perform preventative maintenance on communication network and/or components.

Troubleshoot repair and resolve malfunctions of equipment and devices (e.g. computer radios microwave telephones and cabling); diagnose locate and repair network malfunctions.

Research evaluate and test proposed products product versions and systems solutions.

Coordinate the installation and operation of the County private telephone system 911 emergency telephone system and all microwave and radio systems with County departments cities and telephone companies.

Confer with County staff and vendors to determine requirements and services and coordinate activities to ensure capability exists for inter-agency communication.

Plan new and revised communications systems; estimate installation and recurring costs; coordinate the modification and installation of systems and leased data and transmission facilities; review and verify billings for completeness and accuracy prior to submission for payment; prepare recommendations and reports.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from high school possession of a certificate of proficiency issued by the California State Board of Education or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test. IT job-related coursework from an accredited college university or trade school in computer science computer information systems data processing information management or a related field to the assignment is preferred.

Experience:Three years of experience in any of the below areas:

Two-way radios
Emergency vehicle work
Emergency warning lights and sirens (12 volt wiring)
Mobile data computers

Other Requirements:
License: Possession of a valid California Drivers License is required as this position will spend a lot of time in the field.

Physical Requirements: 50/50 time split between the field and office. Will be required to repair vehicle technical components using a variety of tools.

Required IT-Related Skills: The installation and coordination of the installation of communication systems including voice videoconferencing radio microwave and data in vehicles remote sites and buildings; use of test equipment to isolate repair and resolve problems; problem isolation techniques; coordination planning or designing of modern and computer-based business telephone systems to include planning development and evaluation of computer telephony integration (CTI) systems involving extensive communication with telephone service user.

Preferred IT-Related Skills: Assessing customer repair needs based on description of problems; installation and configuration of network hardware and software; use of systems level maintenance and management tools; troubleshooting repairing and resolution of equipment malfunction in a multi-user single platform environment; interpreting of customer technology needs.

Knowledge Of

The principles methods and techniques utilized in the Riverside County Fire Department Communications Technician series; principles and techniques applied to IT devices to include network topology and protocols applications and systems; electronic principles and techniques; RF principles and techniques; principles of organization and administration; principles of documentation and recordkeeping storage and retrieval.

Ability To

Gather and analyze data reason logically draw valid conclusions and make appropriate recommendations; resolve technical problems and innovate more efficient use of IT resources; perform systems analysis work and problem solving; interpret and follow written and oral instructions; prepare concise reports and documents; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff customers other employees and the public; communicate effectively with people at all organizational levels.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

GENERAL INFORMATION

This recruitment is open to all applicants.

If you have any questions regarding this posting please contact Richard Griego at

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify upload a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service and a copy of your spouses letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans Veterans Preference Policy C-3 is available here: Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter upload a copy of any license(s) official/unofficial transcript(s) degrees and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE).

Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs including H1-B visas and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information or denial of medical and family care leave or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process examinations Veterans preference pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions please refer to our web site .

If you are experiencing technical problems you may contact the applicant support desk Monday through Friday 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at or toll-free 1-.

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ABOUT THE POSITIONThe County of Riverside seeks candidates to fill positions throughout Riverside County. A list of eligible candidates will be established to fill current and future vacancies.The Riverside County Fire Department has an opportunity for a Radio Communications Technician - Level II (I...