Wireless Systems Specialist; Radio

Wireless Systems Specialist (Radio)

Baker City, Oregon

The role:

Join our Wireless Communications Section as a wireless systems specialist in Baker City! In this role, you will construct, install, maintain and repair diverse wireless two-way radio and microwave network systems for your assigned service area. You will support and coordinate the communication systems for customers including our agency, Oregon State Police, the Fire Marshal's office and more. This role is similar to radio technician, electronics technician, communications technician, radio service, tower technician, telecommunications specialist, broadcast technologist, radio frequency (RF) signalman, power systems control craftsman and land mobile radio service positions.

• Evaluate situations and resolve questions or customer inquiries.
• Install, test, replace or repair a variety of cable types.
• Review customer's operational needs and requests.
• Identify, prepare and provide on-site training for customers.
• Manage and coordinate the installation of mobile radio equipment.
• Identify, diagnose, track and report problems and determine repair or replacement priorities.
• Contact multiple equipment vendors to obtain technical information and request repair or upgrades.
• Maintain systems and equipment to ensure peak operating condition.
• Operate a Sno-Cat or UTV (utility task vehicle) in inclement weather or rough conditions to gain access to remote locations to repair, install and provide emergency restoration of equipment or systems.
• Climb and work on towers and antenna structures up to 180 feet above ground and work with high voltages.
• Considerable region-wide or statewide travel in all weather conditions and time of day required.
• Move or lift heavy objects exceeding 70 pounds following safety procedures.

• Work/life balance.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Paid leave.
• And so much more.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity.
• Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range.

• $5,779 - $8,738 non-PERS monthly salary range.
• If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6.95%.

• Four (4) years of wireless communications or information systems experience in wireless systems (i.e., two-way radio, microwave).
• OR an associate's degree in computer science, information technology, or related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or related field; AND two (2) years of information systems experience in wireless (i.e., two-way radio, microwave) systems.
• OR a bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or related field may substitute for all of the above.

• Driving is an essential function of this position.
• You must have a valid U.S. driver license and an acceptable driving record.
• We will conduct pre-employment driving records checks on our final candidate(s).
• Your license does not have to be issued in Oregon to be considered.
• This position requires a maximum 60 minute response time to 19775 Highway 86, Baker City, OR 97814 for emergency call-outs.

• Journey-level experience in Land Mobile Radio communications maintenance and repairs.
• Experience with radio dispatch console systems.
• Proven experience working both independently and within a team.
• Proven customer service experience including handling difficult interactions with empathy and tact.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills with co-workers, customers and managers.

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