Communication Installer I -091

Oakland County•Pontiac, MI

25d•$47,218 - $63,263•Onsite

About The Position

Oakland County is hiring a Communication Installer I to install, remove, maintain, and support equipment in County and contracted agency vehicles. The position performs basic installation and removal of mobile communications systems, computers, cameras, radar detectors, scanners, emergency lighting, and other equipment. Work includes disassembling and reassembling vehicle components, attaching brackets and antennas, and making electrical connections to vehicle power supplies. The role also addresses basic, non-technical equipment problems, refurbishes equipment casings and brackets, transports equipment and replacement parts between County departments, agencies, and suppliers, and maintains records of installations, removals, parts, and services. Duties may take place at assigned Oakland County locations and off-campus sites. Work is performed in a typical garage environment.

Requirements

High school graduation or a certificate of successful completion of the General Education Development Test.
At least six months of full-time work experience installing, maintaining, and repairing communications, computers, cameras, and other vehicle equipment; OR completion of the equivalent of 15 semester credit hours in basic electronics coursework from an accredited college, university, or technical institution.
Valid motor vehicle operator’s or chauffeur’s license.
Successfully clear and maintain a national, fingerprint-based background check conducted by the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office; clearance is required for unescorted access to County facilities.
Ability to communicate work-related information clearly and professionally.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and/or be a passenger.

Responsibilities

Install and remove mobile communications systems, computers, cameras, radar detectors, scanners, and other equipment in vehicles.
Disassemble and reassemble vehicle components, attach supporting brackets and antennas, and connect equipment to vehicle power supplies.
Remove and reinstall seats, trim panels, carpeting, roof liners, glove boxes, dashboard panels, center consoles, screens, and gun racks as needed for vehicle equipment work.
Repair basic non-technical equipment problems, including loose brackets, broken wires, and wiring shorts; use test equipment and replace components as needed.
Clean, paint, and refurbish the exterior of communications and other electronic equipment.
Transport damaged equipment from County departments for repair and deliver repaired equipment.
Travel to local suppliers to obtain electronic replacement or repair parts.
Maintain records of parts, equipment, and services required for equipment installation and removal.
Travel to and perform duties at assigned Oakland County locations and buildings.
Use current countywide and/or department-specific software to complete assignments.
Perform other duties as assigned and comply with applicable policies and standards.