Communications Equipment Technician

Pay Schedule II, Grade H24, Regular

Schedule:

40 hours per week

Vacancy:
Property Management, Office of Budget and Finance.

Under general supervision, installs, maintains, and repairs digital and analog communications and related electronic and/or computer based equipment.

• Installs, maintains, and repairs security, fire alarm systems, sprinkler and suppression.
• Instructs users in operation of systems.
• Operates various equipment and devices needed to perform maintenance and repair of electronic systems, equipment, and components.
• Operates a motor vehicle to travel between work sites.
• Maintains accurate equipment maintenance records.
• Maintains knowledge of technological advances related to all duties.

• Assists in the development of equipment and system specifications.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent.

Plus four years' experience in the maintenance and repair of communications equipment, including digital and micro-processor-based equipment, telecommunications, or alarm systems.

Additional education in electronic technology or a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years.

Additional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

• Knowledge of analog and digital electronic theory.
• Knowledge of the operation of microprocessors and peripheral devices.
• Knowledge of the techniques of telecommunications and alarm system repair.
• Knowledge of data transmission servicing practices.
• Knowledge of FCC standards for communications equipment.
• Knowledge of building construction codes, electrical systems, Life Safety Code, and mechanical principles as required for equipment and system installations.
• Skill in diagnosing problems with communications and alarm equipment.
• Skill in operating test equipment and tools associated with maintenance and repair of systems and components.
• Ability to operate electronic (computers, smartphones, and other digital means) communication tools and communicate effectively.

• Knowledge of the operations, equipment, and components of County telecommunications, alarm, and fire suppression systems.
• Knowledge of County rules and regulations and Departmental policies and procedures governing performance of duties.
• Skill in interpreting prints, schematics, diagrams, and drawings.
• Skill in maintaining and repairing County telecommunications, alarm systems, equipment, and components.
• Ability to prepare estimates and reports relating to installation and modification of equipment.
• Ability to lead or instruct less-skilled workers.

All applicants must be of good character and emotionally stable as determined by a comprehensive background investigation and test for illegal drug use.

Possession of a valid license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.

The work of this classification entails the performance of physical activities including walking, standing, bending, stooping, climbing ladders, lifting and carrying heavy objects, and the operation of vehicles, tools, and equipment. Some duties require exposure to potentially hazardous conditions such as adverse weather and electricity. Duties require travel between work sites.

Employees in this classification are designated as Emergency/Essential and may be required to work overtime with little or no advance notice. After hours and on weekends, employees must be available by phone in case of emergency.

Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination and drug screen and an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to, a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.