Telecommunication Specialist – Radio Technician 2

About the role

Servicing the Southwest area out of the MnDOT St. Cloud - Statewide Radio Communication Radio Shop. As a Telecommunications Specialist, provide statewide radio communication services for the Southwest area of Minnesota.

Responsibilities

• Performing installation, preventive maintenance, calibration and repairs on a variety of equipment and sensors, such as transmitters, receivers, site controllers, combiners, antenna systems, digital microwave, etc.
• Installing and supporting mobile two-way radios and portables.
• Maintaining network backhaul equipment including routers, switches, and multiplexers.
• Maintaining equipment inventory and database records.
• Daily work includes occasional instate travel for training.

Requirements

• One year of electronics experience OR a certificate in Electronic Technology, Signal Support-Radio Operations or equivalent.
• Skills in identifying and troubleshooting sensitive electronic equipment;
• Application of analog and digital communication system concepts;
• Knowledge of information technology networks, including wide-area and local-area networks;
• Interpret detailed technical information sufficient to install, maintain, and repair electronic communication equipment;
• A valid Class D Driver's license.

Qualifications

• An associate degree in Electronic Technology, Telecommunications, Computer Technology, or a closely related field.
• Two or more years of related electronics experience.
• Skill in soldering sensitive electronic equipment.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
• Training, classes, and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support
• Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
• Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

Pay

$26.88 - $37.85 / hourly; $56,125 - $79.031 / annually

Schedule

Day Shift

Monday - Friday
8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support
• Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
• Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.