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Communications Technician | (3-1-21) |
Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue is Oregon's largest fire district and provides fire protection and emergency medical services to more than 530,000 people. Located in one of the fastest-growing regions in the state, our service area includes most of Washington County and unincorporated portions of Clackamas, Multnomah, and Yamhill counties. The Communications Technician is responsible for the installation, preventative maintenance and troubleshooting of communications and data systems in mobile environments and fixed facilities. As a member of the Communications team, you can expect to participate in mobile radio, mobile data computer (MDC) and lighting installations on new District apparatus. You will also participate in base station radio and station alerting systems installations in our fire stations. This work will require close collaboration with other District departments and station personnel, quality decision making, and a high level of customer service. Challenges the Communications Technician will navigate include how to complete the above projects with minimal disruption to our station operations while still meeting deadlines. The incumbent will understand installation design and vehicular voltage as well as knowledge and skill in the use of various test equipment, tools, materials and troubleshooting techniques to diagnose and maintain communication equipment and systems. Apply online at www.tvfr.com/careers The posting closes on March 14, 2021 at 11:59pm. Example of Duties EQUIPMENT SUPPORT: Analyzes, plans, installs, and performs maintenance and troubleshooting functions of communications and electronic equipment in mobile environments and fixed facilities. Supported equipment includes but is not limited to mobile radios, base station radios, radio interface systems, fire station notification systems, Code 3 light and warning systems, cellular data service, WiFi connectivity, Mobile Data Computer (MDC), Mobile Data Gateways, as well as GPS and antenna systems. RESEARCH/RECOMMENDATIONS: Researches and develops options and makes recommendations on communications systems for fixed facilities and mobile application environment. PARTS/MATERIALS: Orders parts and installs materials as necessary. Maintains accurate inventory of parts and installation materials. CUSTOM SOLUTIONS: Designs, implements, and documents unique systems, wiring, and/or circuits in response to custom needs of the District. PROJECT TASK EXECUTION: Executes build, testing, and deploy phases of assigned projects under the guidance of a project manager. Provides manager with potential solutions, known roadblocks, estimated costs, and individual steps required. PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE INSPECTIONS: Performs regularly scheduled preventative maintenance inspections (PMI) and maintains records and system documentation on all work performed. AFTER-HOURS SUPPORT: Participates in after-hours rotation providing 24 x 7 technical support. Secondary functions:
QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION: Associate of Applied Science degree in electronics or associated field. EXPERIENCE: Three years of experience installing, maintaining and troubleshooting analog and digital two-way radio equipment, mobile data systems, Code 3 lighting and warning systems and equipment relating to public safety applications. Experience in installing, maintaining and troubleshooting comparably complex systems will be considered. CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSURES: Communication Unit Leader (COM-L) certification preferred. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This position requires a fit for duty physical assessment (paid by the District). See the Communications Technician Physical Requirements Analysis. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION See the Communications Technician job description for additional information. COMPENSATION The monthly salary range within a step system for this position is $5,457 - $7,383 per month. The starting pay assignment, based on a candidate’s bona fide factor analysis in accordance with the District’s pay equity system and the Oregon Equal Pay Act, would be no higher than $6,544 per month. TVF&R evaluates each applicant's work history and responses to supplemental questions. Please be sure to thoroughly answer the application's supplemental questions to ensure our subject matter experts can appropriately evaluate your experience and qualifications. To reduce barriers to entry, TVF&R evaluates an applicant's work history and responses to these supplemental questions rather than requiring cover letters and resumes. Anticipated Timeline:
Veteran's Preference: It is the District's policy to provide eligible veterans with preference as required by law. Applicants must provide certification of eligibility for entitlement to the preference (e.g. DD-214 long form clearly showing discharge status) with the application submission by the closing date of the posting. TVF&R is an equal employment opportunity employer and seeks to attract a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve in order to deliver safe, professional, and high-performance service. |
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