Communications Systems Specialist

State of Delaware•Dover, DE

20h•Onsite

About The Position

This is the second level. Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here. Installs, removes, repairs, modifies and aligns the state's communications systems and related equipment. Tests communications equipment for correct responses of frequency, voltage, RF power, sensitivity, and other related test. Uses a variety of specialized tools, test equipment and diagnostic tools to test, install, remove, repair, modify and align communications systems and electronic equipment. Attends schools for specialized training in communications systems. Keeps records of maintenance work, requisitioned parts, and related maintenance activities.

Requirements

At least one year of experience as a Communications Systems Technician OR at least one year of experience in communications electronics.
Six months experience in maintaining analog or digital radio transmitter and receiver systems.
Six months experience in installing and replacing communications equipment such as analog, digital or two-way radios.
Six months experience in using test equipment and diagnostic tools in troubleshooting analog or digital radio transmitter and receiver systems.
Six months experience in isolating and repairing communications equipment to the board level.
Six months experience in soldering components to the board level.
Knowledge of applying FCC laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.
Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Responsibilities

Installs, removes, repairs, modifies and aligns the state's communications systems and related equipment.
Tests communications equipment for correct responses of frequency, voltage, RF power, sensitivity, and other related test.
Uses a variety of specialized tools, test equipment and diagnostic tools to test, install, remove, repair, modify and align communications systems and electronic equipment.
Attends schools for specialized training in communications systems.
Keeps records of maintenance work, requisitioned parts, and related maintenance activities.