Electronic Mechanic

Job Title

Examples of Duties

Under general supervision, installs and performs routine repair and maintenance on mobile and base station two-way radio-telephone equipment and public safety emergency lighting equipment.

• Installs antennas, transmission lines, wires, cables, radios and other electronic equipment in vehicles, on towers, or on other structures.
• Determines causes of radio equipment failure.
• Programs communications equipment.
• Installs other interconnecting electrical and electronic equipment, electronic sirens, intercom and public address systems.
• Performs preventive maintenance on electronic equipment.
• Assists in the development of estimates for equipment installation and modification.
• Documents work performed.
• Installs and assists in testing, repairing and maintaining security and fire alarm equipment and associated devices.
• Assists in the development of estimates for equipment installations and modification.

Examples of Other Duties

• Tests and assists in repair of gasoline and diesel emergency power generators.
• Cleans generators and performs other preventive maintenance work. May lead or instruct lesser skilled workers.
• May lead or instruct lesser skilled workers.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Two years' experience in the installation, repair, or maintenance of two-way radio communications equipment or security and fire alarm equipment or in closely related electronics work. Related training may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level):

• Knowledge of mobile and base station radio-telephone equipment installation and maintenance techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of security and fire alarm installation techniques and procedures.
• Skill in use of manual and power tools used to install electronic equipment.
• Ability to interpret wiring schematics, blueprints, and sketches.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to maintain simple records.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance):

• Knowledge of operation, installation, and maintenance techniques for County radio, alarm, and related electronic equipment.
• Knowledge of rules, regulations, policies and procedures governing performance of duties.
• Skill in interpreting schematics, blueprints, and sketches for the installation and maintenance of County electronic equipment.
• Ability to lead or instruct others. Ability to understand the operation of digital equipment.

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

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered.

Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Mail or deliver documents to: ATTN:
Electronic Mechanic Office of Human Resources Baltimore County Government 308 Allegheny Ave. Towson, MD 21204

Persons appointed to this classification may work on either a rotating or fixed shift basis, which will include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime when scheduled. Physical and Environmental Conditions 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 hand and power tools and shop equipment.

Some duties require travel between work sites and exposure to adverse weather conditions.

Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprint checks.