Senior Technical Operations Technician

Overview

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a full‑time Telecom Senior Technician in Cheyenne, Wyoming. This critical position involves repairing, installing, and maintaining mobile and stationary radio equipment, two‑way public safety radio communications systems, and mobile broadband communications.

• Performs installation, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, and inspections of public safety agency telecommunications mobile radio systems and related electronic equipment in State owned vehicles, buildings, and mountaintop repeater sites.
• Uses computer software applications to troubleshoot and program telecom devices.
• Installs and maintains devices that interface to commercial broadband services.
• Installs and maintains CAT5e and CAT6 wiring, and tests circuits.
• Test fiber circuits connecting to the radio sites and connection of fiber endpoints.
• Assists with Installation and integration of communications systems serving roadside Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) components and Highway Advisory Radio (HAR) stations; provides ongoing maintenance.
• Duties include high priority repairs based on outage reports and automated network performance monitoring capabilities; or equivalent. Tower climbing up to 200 feet, snowcat and ATV operations.
• Trains local radio system users in the operation of advanced telecommunications equipment.

• Preference may be given to those with 3 to 5 years of progressive work experience in the maintenance and repair of electronic devices or telecommunications systems or an Associate's Degree in Electronics.
• Agency requires the successful applicant to possess an FCC Radiotelephone Operator's license or equivalent certification.
• Agency requires the successful applicant to possess a valid driver's license.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance after 90 days of employment
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays after 6 months of employment.
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work‑life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!  for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!
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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.