Communications Equipment Installer

Pierce County•Tacoma, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

In this role with the Department of Emergency Management (DEM), you will work on projects related to specialty emergency vehicles such as motorcycles, boats, ATV's, SWAT, and covert vehicle builds. These projects will vary throughout the year and can include new equipment implementation designs for various vehicles, working with public safety vendors such as Whelen and Sirennet, understanding each new model year vehicle configurations, and deciding upon the correct public safety equipment packages. Working in this role will ensure the equipment utilized by Public Safety customers to ensure the safety of the Pierce County communities. The Pierce County Department of Emergency Management is committed to communication, coordination, and collaboration. We work closely with our stakeholders and communities to prepare for, respond to, mitigate against, and recover from disasters — always with a focus on saving lives and protecting property. We’re proud to be one of the first counties in the nation to be accredited through the Emergency Management Accreditation Program (EMAP), and we’ve maintained that high standard through two successful reaccreditations. This achievement highlights our role as a leader in emergency management, not just in Pierce County, but throughout the Puget Sound, Washington State, and across the United States. This success is driven by a team of passionate and dedicated individuals who are committed to sustaining our network infrastructure and providing the best customer service to our stakeholders. You will be joining a larger team in Emergency Management committed to the full cycle of emergency management: planning, preparedness, response, mitigation, and recovery.

Requirements

One year of experience in installation, maintenance, and repair of public safety equipment
Possession of a valid driver's license is required.
As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check.
Satisfactory physical condition, as evidenced by a county-approved physical examination, may be required before appointment to the position.

Nice To Haves

Attention to detail
Being organized
Accountable
Punctual

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and repair emergency lighting equipment, mobile antenna systems, siren amplifier systems, radio control heads, map lights, strobe lighting equipment, radio consoles, trunk mount transceivers, undercover lighting equipment, CB radios, scanners, flashing devices, and other specialized equipment.
Perform preventive maintenance on safety equipment, two-way radios, and antenna systems.
Operate testing and measuring equipment, including voltmeters, ohmmeters, wattmeters, current meters, and other light control systems.
Assist with laying out and building various projects designed by a technical supervisor, including cable harness and warning light control systems.
Maintain computerized and manual service records, logbooks, and inventory records.