Seminole County, FL
Salary :
$50,018.80 - $65,024.44 Annually Location :
Sanford, FL Job Type:
Full Time Employment Job Number:
2025-03456/8399B Department:
EM Telecommunications Opening Date:
02/18/2025 Closing Date:
3/11/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Description Technical work in the areas of preventive maintenance and component repair of telecommunications equipment/systems.
**Salary will be determined depending on qualifications of candidates who exceed the minimum requirements as outlined within the job description.
**Additional compensation based on licensure.
Essential Functions These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Tests cable facilities to determine integrity of cable systems by operating specialized testing equipment. Installs data circuits such as local and wide area networks; installs video transmission systems such as closed circuit television and conference room audio/video; installs cable systems consistent with low energy electrical and fire codes; and installs 800Mhz radio equipment. Maintains standardized work methods, practices, guidelines, and schedules for the proper installation, maintenance, programming, modification, and repair of two-way radios, mobile data equipment, audio systems, video systems cable television equipment, structured cable systems, and associated electronic and support equipment. Evaluates equipment capability and length of service by analyzing system performance and makes recommendations. Performs preventive maintenance programs and tasks using standardized work practices Installs cabling systems, including copper, broadband coaxial, and fiber optic cable in work-stations, horizontal cabling, risers, and telecommunication rooms. Develops and maintains standardized work methods and schedule maintenance, troubleshoots, and performs bench repair of telecommunications equipment, including two-way mobile, portable equipment, fixed equipment, microwave, and paging equipment/systems. Provides and recommends stock level adjustments to reflect out-of-date parts and new parts to inventory for mobile and portable radios. Provides structured training and technical guidance to customers and other technicians. Submits periodic reports and maintains maintenance records on telecommunication equipment that has been repaired. Develops and modifies portable, mobile, and base radio program templates for Motorola radios to meet customer requirements. Creates queries, forms, and reports in databases as required. Maintains records of radios by updating databases. Monitors Motorola SmartNet radio system for proper functioning. Develops and modifies radio dispatch display consoles to meet customer requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned or as may be necessary.
In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.
Minimum Qualifications Completion of Associate's Degree in either Electronic or IT field and five (5) years related experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
Additional Requirements Knowledge of fiber optic transmission and theory. Basic understanding of the concepts of networking, including the uses of LANs and WANs; dangers in interrupting or damaging a network system; safely exchanging or configuring cards and peripherals, software and hardware precautions. Must possess extensive knowledge of electrical, electronic, digital and analog, microwave, and satellite and electro-mechanical circuitry as it applies to troubleshooting technical equipment. Must be skilled in the use of electronic/electrical tools and test equipment for the modification and repair of telecommunication equipment. Must be skilled in the use of RF test equipment, computers and software to troubleshoot and program microprocessor controlled radios and infrastructure. Must be customer oriented. Experience and certification on Motorola two-way radio equipment, microwave equipment, paging equipment both trunked and conventional systems. Skills, knowledge and abilities with special consideration in the area of 800 MHZ trunking systems are preferred. Must also possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License. Must be familiar with various test equipment. BISI FCC Motorola Fiber training is desirable. County-paid benefits for employees
Competitive Wages:
Our compensation system includes competitive hiring salaries.
Paid Time Off:
New full-time employees accrue 20 days per year of Paid Time Off (16 days for 24-hour shift personnel). New part-time employees accrue 83 hours per year of Paid Time Off. Accrual rates increase with service time. Paid Holidays:
We observe 12 paid holidays which includes an employee birthday holiday and a floating Work/Life Day.
Bereavement Leave:
Employees may receive up to one week paid leave per fiscal year for absence due to the death of an immediate family member. Florida Retirement System:
All employees in regularly established positions are automatically covered from the first day of employment. Seminole County makes contribution on behalf of the employee and the employee is also required to make a 3% contribution. Employees Assistance Program:
Our EAP provider can help employees and their families with issues such as personal/family matters, financial debt counseling, substance abuse, etc. Training and Development Program:
The Employee Learning Center provides training opportunities for employees which promote performance, enhance employees' work life experiences, and support the organization. Employee Awards and Recognition:
A program to reward outstanding performance and enhance service to the citizens of Seminole County. Wellness Center:
Includes exercise equipment, resource library, and educational programs. Health Insurance :Health Insurance is effective the first of the month after completing 30 calendar days of employment. Seminole County offers a Point of Service (POS) plan. Dependent coverage is also available, the cost is split between the employee and employer. This benefit is not extended to part-time employees. Life Insurance:
Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employees, equal to one times annual salary. Not extended to part-time employees. Long-Term Disability:
Provides 60% of salary after 6 months of disability. Not extended to part-time employees. Optional benefits (employee-paid) for full-time employees: Deferred Compensation Plan (457):
Employees may choose to have pre-tax payroll deductions made for deposit into this savings plan up to an IRS-established maximum. Dental Insurance:
A choice of 3 plans is available for employees and dependents at employee expense. Additional Life Insurance:
At employee expense, additional life insurance up to five times annual salary; dependent coverage also available. Short-Term Disability Insurance:
60% of salary for the first six months of disability at employee expense. Cancer and Specified Disease : Pays a benefit directly to the employee if being treated for this disease. Flexible Spending Account:
Apre-tax account for childcare and un-reimbursed medical expenses. Pre-Tax Payroll Deductions:
Under Section 125 of the IRS Code, certain payroll deductions for insurance coverage may be taken out prior to income being taxed. 01
Describe your experience with Motorola P25 radio systems, including installation, programming, maintenance, and troubleshooting. 02
Do you have experience with RF test equipment such as Spectrum Analyzers, OTDRs, and LAN tools like Wireshark?
Direct, hands-on experience Limited experience No experience
03
Please provide details. 04
Describe a time when you identified and resolved a complex issue in a radio communications system. What tools did you use, and what was the outcome? 05
What steps would you take to ensure the security and integrity of a public safety radio communication network? 06
What experience do you have with programming and maintaining radio templates for public safety communications systems?
Extensive experience with documentation and template development Moderate Minimal
Required Question
$50,018.80 - $65,024.44 Annually Location :
Sanford, FL Job Type:
Full Time Employment Job Number:
2025-03456/8399B Department:
EM Telecommunications Opening Date:
02/18/2025 Closing Date:
3/11/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Description Technical work in the areas of preventive maintenance and component repair of telecommunications equipment/systems.
**Salary will be determined depending on qualifications of candidates who exceed the minimum requirements as outlined within the job description.
**Additional compensation based on licensure.
Essential Functions These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Tests cable facilities to determine integrity of cable systems by operating specialized testing equipment. Installs data circuits such as local and wide area networks; installs video transmission systems such as closed circuit television and conference room audio/video; installs cable systems consistent with low energy electrical and fire codes; and installs 800Mhz radio equipment. Maintains standardized work methods, practices, guidelines, and schedules for the proper installation, maintenance, programming, modification, and repair of two-way radios, mobile data equipment, audio systems, video systems cable television equipment, structured cable systems, and associated electronic and support equipment. Evaluates equipment capability and length of service by analyzing system performance and makes recommendations. Performs preventive maintenance programs and tasks using standardized work practices Installs cabling systems, including copper, broadband coaxial, and fiber optic cable in work-stations, horizontal cabling, risers, and telecommunication rooms. Develops and maintains standardized work methods and schedule maintenance, troubleshoots, and performs bench repair of telecommunications equipment, including two-way mobile, portable equipment, fixed equipment, microwave, and paging equipment/systems. Provides and recommends stock level adjustments to reflect out-of-date parts and new parts to inventory for mobile and portable radios. Provides structured training and technical guidance to customers and other technicians. Submits periodic reports and maintains maintenance records on telecommunication equipment that has been repaired. Develops and modifies portable, mobile, and base radio program templates for Motorola radios to meet customer requirements. Creates queries, forms, and reports in databases as required. Maintains records of radios by updating databases. Monitors Motorola SmartNet radio system for proper functioning. Develops and modifies radio dispatch display consoles to meet customer requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned or as may be necessary.
In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.
Minimum Qualifications Completion of Associate's Degree in either Electronic or IT field and five (5) years related experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
Additional Requirements Knowledge of fiber optic transmission and theory. Basic understanding of the concepts of networking, including the uses of LANs and WANs; dangers in interrupting or damaging a network system; safely exchanging or configuring cards and peripherals, software and hardware precautions. Must possess extensive knowledge of electrical, electronic, digital and analog, microwave, and satellite and electro-mechanical circuitry as it applies to troubleshooting technical equipment. Must be skilled in the use of electronic/electrical tools and test equipment for the modification and repair of telecommunication equipment. Must be skilled in the use of RF test equipment, computers and software to troubleshoot and program microprocessor controlled radios and infrastructure. Must be customer oriented. Experience and certification on Motorola two-way radio equipment, microwave equipment, paging equipment both trunked and conventional systems. Skills, knowledge and abilities with special consideration in the area of 800 MHZ trunking systems are preferred. Must also possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License. Must be familiar with various test equipment. BISI FCC Motorola Fiber training is desirable. County-paid benefits for employees
Competitive Wages:
Our compensation system includes competitive hiring salaries.
Paid Time Off:
New full-time employees accrue 20 days per year of Paid Time Off (16 days for 24-hour shift personnel). New part-time employees accrue 83 hours per year of Paid Time Off. Accrual rates increase with service time. Paid Holidays:
We observe 12 paid holidays which includes an employee birthday holiday and a floating Work/Life Day.
Bereavement Leave:
Employees may receive up to one week paid leave per fiscal year for absence due to the death of an immediate family member. Florida Retirement System:
All employees in regularly established positions are automatically covered from the first day of employment. Seminole County makes contribution on behalf of the employee and the employee is also required to make a 3% contribution. Employees Assistance Program:
Our EAP provider can help employees and their families with issues such as personal/family matters, financial debt counseling, substance abuse, etc. Training and Development Program:
The Employee Learning Center provides training opportunities for employees which promote performance, enhance employees' work life experiences, and support the organization. Employee Awards and Recognition:
A program to reward outstanding performance and enhance service to the citizens of Seminole County. Wellness Center:
Includes exercise equipment, resource library, and educational programs. Health Insurance :Health Insurance is effective the first of the month after completing 30 calendar days of employment. Seminole County offers a Point of Service (POS) plan. Dependent coverage is also available, the cost is split between the employee and employer. This benefit is not extended to part-time employees. Life Insurance:
Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employees, equal to one times annual salary. Not extended to part-time employees. Long-Term Disability:
Provides 60% of salary after 6 months of disability. Not extended to part-time employees. Optional benefits (employee-paid) for full-time employees: Deferred Compensation Plan (457):
Employees may choose to have pre-tax payroll deductions made for deposit into this savings plan up to an IRS-established maximum. Dental Insurance:
A choice of 3 plans is available for employees and dependents at employee expense. Additional Life Insurance:
At employee expense, additional life insurance up to five times annual salary; dependent coverage also available. Short-Term Disability Insurance:
60% of salary for the first six months of disability at employee expense. Cancer and Specified Disease : Pays a benefit directly to the employee if being treated for this disease. Flexible Spending Account:
Apre-tax account for childcare and un-reimbursed medical expenses. Pre-Tax Payroll Deductions:
Under Section 125 of the IRS Code, certain payroll deductions for insurance coverage may be taken out prior to income being taxed. 01
Describe your experience with Motorola P25 radio systems, including installation, programming, maintenance, and troubleshooting. 02
Do you have experience with RF test equipment such as Spectrum Analyzers, OTDRs, and LAN tools like Wireshark?
Direct, hands-on experience Limited experience No experience
03
Please provide details. 04
Describe a time when you identified and resolved a complex issue in a radio communications system. What tools did you use, and what was the outcome? 05
What steps would you take to ensure the security and integrity of a public safety radio communication network? 06
What experience do you have with programming and maintaining radio templates for public safety communications systems?
Extensive experience with documentation and template development Moderate Minimal
Required Question