Senior Communications Tech

Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority (HART) • Tampa, FL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs the repair, modification and maintenance of communication, information, electronic and complex mechanical devices utilized in transit systems. This is a highly technical level position.

Requirements

• Associate degree in related field or two years of related field experience for each year of college.
• Five years of experience in duties involving the installation, maintenance and care of various types of electronic equipment.
• Diagnosis equipment.
• General electronic equipment.
• Computer programs: Word, Excel, e-mail systems feature, etc.
• Office equipment: printer, calculator, fax, copier, telephone mail systems, etc.
• Florida Driver's License; must possess or able to obtain a Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class (B) with Passenger (P) endorsement within the first 90 days of employment.
• FCC (Federal Communication Commission) License.
• Must meet established test guidelines.
• Inventory of all necessary electronic tools.
• A working home phone number.
• Principles and practices of radio and telephone communications, vehicle tracking systems, electronic systems and electrical theory.
• Electrical and electronic systems.
• Working knowledge of installation procedures related to electronic equipment.
• Working knowledge of advanced methods, tools, test equipment and material used in the testing, repair and maintenance of electronic equipment.
• Working knowledge of occupational hazards, precautions and safety requirements of the associated job duties.
• Knowledge of safe operation of transit vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to detect defects in electrical and electronic equipment.
• Ability to read and work from plans and schematics.
• Ability to work independently on electronic projects and repairs.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks and prioritize assignments to meet established deadlines.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to interact with a wide variety of personalities.
• Ability to learn safe operation of transit vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring physical strength and endurance, when required.
• Ability to work various shifts, hours and days.
• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to be an effective team player.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance, installation and adjustment of communications systems consisting of mobile radios, base radios, portable radios, antenna systems and associated equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance, installation and repair of informational systems consisting of destination signs, run signs, passenger counters, transfer machines and associated equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance, installation and adjustment of fareboxes.
• Maintains and installs intercommunications, sound, public address and other electronic equipment related to the transit industry.
• Repairs complex electronic equipment to the component level; modifies existing equipment to meet the demands of new applications.
• May participate in the planning and construction of specialized electronic equipment and instruments.
• Assist other technicians in the diagnoses of difficult coach electrical problems.
• Prepares, establishes, and maintains proper files, records and reports.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Adhering to stated policies and procedures relating to health and safety, security, and quality management.
• Recognizing and reporting all accidents and hazardous conditions.
• Assisting in the development of workplace safety procdures for their respective departments.
• Promoting workplace safety procedures within their department.
• Adhering to procedures relating to the proper use and care of equipment and materials for which the role has responsibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree