Mobile Technology Technician
About The Position
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR Do you enjoy hands-on technical work and keeping transit communication systems running smoothly for the public? The Technician, Mobile Technologies reports directly to the Superintendent, VM, QA, & Data. This position is primarily responsible for the complex maintenance and repair of Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) and will include future mobile technologies as they arrive. Responsibilities WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING Note: The duties and primary responsibilities below are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this job and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Electrical/Electronic Technology from a two (2) year technical college or institute. Related experience and education may substitute for educational requirements on a year for year basis up to two (2) years.
- Minimum five (5) years of experience in communications and electronics to include: materials management and preventative maintenance and repair.
- Minimum one (1) year of experience in electronic diagnosis and repair at the board and component level.
- Able to read schematics and blueprints for electrical and electronic controls.
- Knowledge of file systems, database management, current hardware systems, architecture, and client/server techniques.
- Experience with communication system hardware and software such as: LAN, Wi-Fi, Land Mobile Radio, cellular data, AVL, diagnostic test equipment.
- Knowledge of cellular radio operation theory and IP networks.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and asset tracking programs such as Asset Management System, Maximus/Asset Works, Maximo, or MCM.
- Maintain confidentiality and integrity of established security procedures.
- Research and troubleshoot issues at a detailed level.
- Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
- Able to manage time and workload effectively with minimal supervision, and with emphasis on planning, organizing and prioritizing work objectives; timely completion of assignments and projects; willingness to undertake special assignments; and, managing time to address tasks during normal working hours.
- Able to be on call 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.
- Must maintain a current valid Texas driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record per CapMetro’s current standards.
Responsibilities
- Daily inspection, preventive maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of message signs in the field.
- Repair, replacement, and/or modify electrical and electronic components and defective parts for various equipment and systems.
- Prepare and submit various activity and status reports according to Capital Metro Transportation Authority (CapMetro) policy.
- Create and maintain preventative maintenance programs.
- Ensure schedule and maintenance intervals are met.
- Maintain parts and computer inventory records.
- Prepare written reports, document defects and repairs on inspection forms, and complete work orders via computer.
- Support Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s Safety Management Systems (SMS) process by ensuring staff follows safety and security policies, considers safety in every action, and ensures safety and security concerns are reported.
- Perform other position related duties as required and/or assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
