Highway Patrol Electronic Technician 2

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN THE CLASSIFICATION AFTER EMPLOYMENT

A Federal Communications Commission General Radio Telephone Operators License or Amateur Technician License must be obtained within three (3) months of the candidates hire date & maintained throughout employment.

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 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:& DAS Directive HR-D-11). 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 drug-test 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 using or consuming marijuana in any form including recreational marijuana Ohio adult use cannabis medical marijuana or otherwise. As a result the presence of marijuana in a drug test even if used in accordance with Ohio Law will be a positive drug test result which could result in denial of employment.

Position is identified as safety sensitive & is subject to random drug & alcohol testing in accordance with DPS 501.24.

To request a disability accommodation please email as soon as possible or at least 48 hours prior to the above referenced testing or interview date so any necessary arrangements may be made in a timely manner.

Option 1

Completion of two-year technical program in electronics or radio communications

AND 24 mos. electronics or radio communications position;

AND for positions requiring travel must possess maintain valid drivers license per Section 4507.02 (A)(1) of Revised Code.

Option 2
-Or completion of associate core program in electronic engineering

AND 24 mos. electronics telecommunications or radio communications position;

ANDfor positions requiring travel must possess maintain valid drivers license per Section 4507.02 (A)(1) of Revised Code.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualification 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.

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Job Skills: Telecommunications Systems

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.

Ohio Department of Public Safety - Ohio State Highway Patrol

Report in Location Could Be Any One Of The Following:

Jackson Headquarters 10179 Chillicothe Pike Jackson 45640 (Jackson County)

Athens - Post 5 13600 Della Dr Athens 45701 (Athens County)

Portsmouth - Post 73 7611 US HWY 23 Lucasville 45648 (Scioto County)

Work Hours

Normal Schedule will be Monday thru Friday

7:00am to 3:00pm

On call 24 hours a day 7 days a week

Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety

• Multiple pay increases over the first years of service!
• Free Parking!

The Ohio State Highway Patrol Provides:

• Casual work uniform for general work assignments. All uniforms shoes and laundry services provided.
• Take home vehicle available for most field assignments.
• All work tools will be provided by the state. No personal tools are necessary.
• 8-hour workdays with paid lunch period

What Youll Do as a Highway Patrol Electronic Technician 2

• Independently install repair test &/or perform preventative maintenance on complex electronic & communication equipment in Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) facilities & vehicles &/or at other state agencies;
• Comply with Federal Communication Commission (FCC) state & other regulations related to communications & other electronic equipment.
• Perform basic level testing of network service connectivity for radio related systems & configuration of mobile data computer terminals to complete repair of peripheral devices;
• Install &/or program routers & other network related equipment for radio related systems radio template configuration & programming in-vehicle video systems & public address systems;
• Travel throughout district to perform regular or emergency work; Assist district &/or posts with maintaining inventory control of electronic equipment;

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At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Ohio State Highway Patrol

Is an internationally accredited agency whose mission is to protect life and property promote traffic safety and provide professional public safety services with respect compassion and unbiased professionalism.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.