Communications Equipment Technician I
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OPENING DATE: 02/21/22 CLOSING DATE: Continuous THE POSITION Pay Schedule II, Grade H24, Regular Schedule: 40 hours per week A vacancy exists in the Office of Budget and Finance, Division of Property Management. Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants. All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications. Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time. 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. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Under general supervision, installs, maintains, and repairs digital and analog communications and related electronic and/or computer based equipment.
Leads and instructs lesser skilled employees. Prepares cost estimates for installation, modification, and repair. Assists in the development of equipment and system specifications. Performs other related duties as required. (NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.) QUALIFICATIONS Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent plus at least 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. Preferred Qualifications Experience installing, maintaining and repairing security and fire alarm systems. Experience and/or knowledge with suppression, fire alarm and intrusion. Character Requirements All applicants must be of good character and emotionally stable as determined by a comprehensive background investigation and test for illegal drug use. 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. 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. You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. Proof of Degree Equivalency Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org) Mail or deliver documents to: ATTN: Communications Equipment Technician I Office of Human Resources Baltimore County Government 308 Allegheny Ave. Towson, MD 21204 EXAMINATION PROCEDURE 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. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT New employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination at time of appointment. 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 vehicles, tools, and equipment. Some duties require exposure to potentially hazardous conditions such as adverse weather and electricity. Some duties require travel between work sites. Persons appointed to this classification may be required to work overtime, callback, and/or rotating shift work, which will include nights, weekends, and/or holidays when scheduled. Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation 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. | ||||||||
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