Telecommunications Technician II (6840)

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Salary Range From

3687.00

Monthly

Salary Range To

4302.00

Monthly

Information Technology, Williston, ND

NDDOT Hiring Range: $3,687 – $4,302 / month

The candidate that is selected for this position may be granted moving allowance provisions in accordance with Human Resource Policy 14.4.

Summary of Work

Maintain radio base stations, mobile and handheld radios for NDDOT, law enforcement (state radio and highway patrol): Service and maintain base and receiver equipment to the component level for optimum performance. Service, analyze and maintain interconnect equipment and associated phone lines. Service tower lighting and supervisory signaling equipment. Service the standby equipment and transfer panels. Inspect antennas and lines for defects. Maintain LP tank, furnace, building and grounds. Maintain logs and records of work completed. Calibrate and adjust 2-way radios to meet FCC requirements. Program radio frequencies utilizing radio operations software via computer. Maintain radio inventory on database, consult with Tech III or Analyst on advanced problems or troubleshooting. Approximately 40 percent of time will be spent on this duty.

Maintain statewide network infrastructure and associated support equipment: Maintain servers, hubs, modems and ancillary support equipment. Install and maintain data lines from hubs to end users. Install and maintain PCs, printers, and all associated peripherals. Install upgrades and assist the help desk with end user proper operation. Perform scheduled routine preventive maintenance to insure optimum performance. Assist analyst with system design and integration. Approximately 35 percent of time will be spent on this duty.

Installation and servicing of automatic traffic recorders/classifiers and weigh and motion equipment, Environmental Sensor Station (ESS) and Dynamic Messaging Sign (DMS): Troubleshoot connectivity problems and report as required. Install, maintain and repair devices. Assist Tech III and Analysts with new site installations. Work with contractors on warranty repairs and acceptance testing. Approximately 15 percent of time will be spent on this duty.

Maintain, install and service telephones for DOT, drivers license and highway patrol; repair/report as necessary: Analyze, diagnose, and report to ITD, telephone and line problems at district offices, section buildings, construction sites, Automatic Traffic Reporters (ATR), classifiers and weather monitoring equipment; install, maintain and repair telephones for use at temporary construction sites. Maintain and repair telephones at section buildings. Work with local telephone companies and network carrier to diagnose and repair telephone problems relating to standard telephone lines and special backhaul circuits for State Radio 911 Dispatch. Assist Analyst in troubleshooting difficult problems. Approximately 5 percent of time will be spent on this duty.

Identify and repair assorted non-radio electronic equipment problems; repair/report as necessary: Service light bars, video cameras and radar equipment for highway patrol. Maintain and repair electronic signal lighting and signboards. Troubleshoot/repair shop and/or lab equipment on request and make recommendations on repair or replacement. Approximately 5 percent of time will be spent on this duty.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires an associate degree or equivalent diploma from an accredited two-year college in telecommunications (data, voice, or video), electronics technology, or a closely related field and two years of work experience installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining telecommunications equipment. The employing agency, at its discretion, may substitute additional technical work experience for the formal education requirement. The amount and type of work experience that can be substituted will be defined by the employing agency at the time of recruitment.

Requires satisfactory completion of the interview process and a verifiable record of satisfactory performance in previous employment.

Application Procedures

Applications will ONLY be accepted online through the ND PeopleSoft System.

State of ND employees should access the announcement and application by signing into their ND PeopleSoft account at: https://www.cnd.nd.gov/psp/strp/?cmd=login&languageCd=ENG&, clicking on “my Career,” and selecting “Careers” in the drop down menu.

Applicants who are not employees of the State of North Dakota can access the announcement and application by visiting: http://www.nd.gov/hrms/jobs/announcements.asp

In addition to the online application, applicants should upload the following documents

Resume;

Cover letter (addressed to Human Resources Division);

Copy of their college transcript (if applicable).

Applicants claiming ND veteran’s preference must submit documentation proving their ND residency and eligibility under North Dakota Century Code 37-19.1 by uploading the following:

Veteran must upload a Form DD-214;

Disabled Veteran must upload a Form DD-214 and a current statement of disability from the Veterans Administration which is less than 1 year old;

Spouse of Disabled Veteran must upload a Form DD-214, a copy of the marriage certificate, and a current statement of disability from the Veterans Administration which is less than 1 year old; or

Spouse of a Deceased Veteran must upload a Form DD-214, a copy of the marriage certificate, and a copy of the veteran’s death certificate.

Applicants who experience difficulties during the application process should contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701.328.3290.

Application materials will be scored based on a 100 point job related personnel system. Applications should include information which directly addresses how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and summary of work. It is very important to be thorough and detailed on all your application materials.

Driving records of potential employees will be reviewed when the position requires a driver’s license. No person will be hired for a position that requires a driver’s license if any of the following apply:

Driver’s license is suspended, revoked, or canceled in any state, including CDL restrictions if a CDL is required for the position.

Driving records shows two or more convictions within a three-year period to the date of application for the following:

Driving with a suspended, cancelled, or revoked license

Fleeing in motor vehicle from law enforcement officers

Driving or being in actual physical control of a vehicle under the influence of alcoholic beverages or controlled substances with a blood alcohol content of 0.08 percent or more

NDDOT does not provide sponsorships. NDDOT affirmative action goal for this position is two nonminority females.

Applicants should contact Denise Osmond, at 701-328-4358 or deosmond@nd.gov in advance of the position closing date if they require accommodation during the application, recruitment, or selection processes or would like a complete Job Description Questionnaire.

For questions regarding this position’s duties or requirements, please contact Robert Steckler at 701-328-6935.

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