Senior IT Electronics Communications Technician

Los Angeles Unified School District

5d•$57

About The Position

We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college, career and life. LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of nearly 575,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city. The District's Information Technology Division (ITD) has 600+ staff members, including programmers, network engineers, project managers, and administrative staff - all of whom provide support to the schools and LAUSD's business/functional units in a professional, forward-thinking, and challenging environment. Technologies supported range from personal systems to enterprise-wide systems and applications.

Requirements

PROMOTIONAL STATUS IS REQUIRED: You must be a current or retired employee of LAUSD with 130 paid days in regular status in the Classified Service or permanent status in the Certificated Service or have been laid off within the past 39 months from a regular, permanent LAUSD position in which you passed probation.
Graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency, preferably supplemented by courses in analog and digital circuitry and in the detection and repair of electronic equipment malfunctions.
Four years of journey-level experience in construction, repair, and maintenance of electronic systems such as local area network cable plants, television distribution systems, closed-circuit television (CCTV), intrusion alarms, or public address/inter-electronics systems and/or the installation and support of PBX and VoIP systems. An associate degree in electronics technology or related field, or completion of a recognized electronics apprenticeship program may be substituted for two years of the required experience.
A valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California and the use of a motor vehicle.
Employment is subject to medical clearance which meets pertinent provisions of the General Industry Safety Orders of the California Code of Regulations regarding protective equipment when exposed to hazardous materials, including, but not limited to, asbestos and lead.
Employees in this class may be required to work nights and weekends in emergencies.

Nice To Haves

A BICSI certification(s), ICET certification(s), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), or Register Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) is preferable.
The ideal candidate, in addition to possessing the required knowledge, skillsets, duties, and minimum qualifications for this role, will be a strong team player who works well with others and can adapt easily to change.
This position is part of a large, collaborative team environment, requiring the ability to work effectively with colleagues and remaining flexible as priorities and conditions evolve.
They will be able to train staff on the safety protocols related to the repair and installation of various electronic communication and telecommunication equipment and systems.
Additionally, the ideal candidate must also be able to effectively train IT Electronics Communications Technicians and prioritize and develop their work plans accordingly.
Finally, the ideal candidate will be able to prepare reports and correspondence to be reviewed by higher level supervisors; therefore, strong verbal and written skills are crucial in order to report accurate project information to their supervisors related to progress, setbacks, and any potential issues.

Responsibilities

Plans, designs, and adapts customized system components for various digital and analog electronic communication and telecommunication systems and equipment.
Plans, coordinates, and executes contractual work including work specifications, materials, inspection, and certification of completion from private contractors.
Develops, reviews, and revises work plans and schedules with the concurrence of principals and administrators.
Confers with supervisors on job requirements, plans, and schedules.
Prepares job estimates, scope of work, and drawings of work required.
Prepares correspondence, reports, instructions, and descriptions of tasks and related documents.
Provides emergency responses and related services to minimize safety hazards to students, employees, and the public.
Provides work direction to craft personnel. Logs and reports time and mileage on projects.
Orients work crews in the proper and safe use of tools, equipment, and materials; and implements safe work practices.
Identifies and evaluates equipment, supplies, techniques, and systems.
Ensures compliance with District procurement procedures.
Assists in coordinating the resolution of construction project issues in accordance with District policy and applicable laws and regulations.
Performs journey-level duties as needed.
May act in place of a higher-level supervisor in case of absence.
Performs related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Insurance: Paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
Retirement: Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).
Vacation: Full-time employees earn up to two weeks of paid vacation to start. Three weeks after five years of year-round paid service.
Paid Holidays: Up to 13 days.

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