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. This position works in both a team environment and independently to maintain and improve the State of Minnesota’s Allied Radio Matrix for Emergency Response (ARMER) system. The ARMER system is one of the largest P25 Motorola trunking systems in the world serving over 90,000 public safety professionals. The position also maintains and improves MnDOT’s Road Weather Information System (RWIS) that provides real time road and weather information from 160 statewide monitoring sites.

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.
• Occasional instate travel for training may include several overnight stays.

Requirements

• One year of electronics experience OR a certificate in Electronic Technology, Signal Support-Radio Operations or equivalent that demonstrates the following:
• 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.

Preferred 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.

Additional Requirements

• Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• 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
• Training, classes, and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• MnDOT Student Loan Reimbursement Program (Visit Student Loan Reimbursement - Policies - MnDOT (state.mn.us) for more information)
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support: A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: 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.