COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS SPECIALIST 2 - Elko

State of Nevada • Elko, NV

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About The Position

Communications Systems Specialist's perform specialized electronic technician work involving the fabrication, installation, maintenance, repair and modification of 24-hour communication systems such as two-way radio and microwave equipment, mountaintop base stations, towers and antennas. Under direction, incumbents perform the full range of duties in the series concept and may act as a lead worker for lower-level Communications Systems Specialists and other technical staff. Incumbents assist in performing systems engineering and design, research, and development including frequency availability, path analysis, coverage area charts, site layout, installation methods, interconnection methods, site power sizing, and determination of power source types for each additional site or site to be modified as well as the repair and maintenance of a statewide communications system. This is the journey level in the series. This position is located in Elko NV. Incumbent will be responsible for operation and maintenance of inside and outside-plant infrastructure directly supporting remote mountaintop microwave communications facilities throughout Nevada: Shelters, Towers, Propane Generators, Automatic Transfer Switches, AC & DC Power Systems, Solar Systems, Air Conditioners & Heating systems, dehydrators, access control and IP cameras. Performance of duties requires frequent backcountry travel to remote communications facilities around the state and requires operation and maintenance of 4WD trucks, ATV's, snowmobiles, snow cats and on occasion may require being a passenger in a helicopter. Position may participate in alternative work schedules and works in association with other Communications Specialists and IT Professionals to ensure reliability of the statewide microwave communications network.

Requirements

• Experience in electronic technician work related to communication systems.
• Knowledge of microwave equipment and two-way radio systems.
• Ability to perform systems engineering and design tasks.
• Experience with site layout and installation methods.
• Ability to operate various vehicles and equipment in remote locations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with solar systems and power management.
• Familiarity with access control and IP camera systems.
• Previous leadership experience in a technical environment.

Responsibilities

• Fabrication, installation, maintenance, repair and modification of communication systems.
• Act as a lead worker for lower-level Communications Systems Specialists and other technical staff.
• Assist in systems engineering and design, research, and development.
• Perform frequency availability, path analysis, and coverage area charts.
• Conduct site layout, installation methods, and interconnection methods.
• Determine site power sizing and power source types for sites.
• Repair and maintain a statewide communications system.
• Operate and maintain inside and outside-plant infrastructure for remote microwave communications facilities.
• Travel frequently to remote communications facilities around the state.
• Operate and maintain 4WD trucks, ATVs, snowmobiles, and snow cats.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support