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City of Austin - JOB DESCRIPTION

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Radio Technician II
FLSA: Standard/Non-Exempt EEO Category: (30) Technicians
Class Code: 17565 Salary Grade: XG3
Approved: October 24, 1997 Last Revised: September 11, 2017

Purpose:
  Under general supervision, install, repair, maintain and radio communication systems and equipment.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
  Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
1. Installs, maintains and repairs mobile and fixed wireless communication systems including but not limited to two-way radio (mobiles and portables) dispatch consoles, base stations, repeaters, antenna systems, etc) video, mobile data, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth including tuning, programming, testing and troubleshooting, replacing defective parts, and rewiring.
2. Operates and calibrates electronic test equipment.
3. Troubleshoots component boards to determine source of failure or malfunction.
4. Records data on appropriate work orders, forms and logs.
5. Operates soldering tools, drills, buffers, grinders, sanders and various hand tools such as snips, screwdrivers, and wire cutters.
6. Drives vehicles as needed.
7. Performs on-call status as required.
Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
  None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Knowledge of tools and equipment used to test and calibrate electronic equipment.
Knowledge of safety practices, procedures and regulations applicable to the work being performed.
Knowledge of tools and equipment used to test and calibrate electronic equipment.
Knowledge of public safety wireless communication systems and equipment including two-way radios, voice radios, base stations, repeaters, combiners, antenna systems and microwave.
Knowledge of current and applicable FCC regulations.
Knowledge of electrical and electronic public safety vehicular equipment including voice radio, mobile data, in-vehicle video system, sirens, light bars, controllers and peripherals.
Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Skill in operating computers and related software applications.
Skill in planning and organizing.
Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
Ability to understand and work from electrical schematics, drawings, blueprints, plans, and specifications.
Ability to trace malfunction in electrical or electronic equipment.
Ability to operate radio communications equipment.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public.
Minimum Qualifications:
  Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent plus three (3) years of experience installing, maintaining and/or repairing radio communication systems and equipment.

Successful completion of a technical school program in electronics may substitute for one (1) year of required experience with a maximum substitution of one (1) year.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
  Valid Texas Driver's license class "C"
Physical Requirements:
  Moderate. Tasks involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying or using a force equal to lifting up to fifty (50) pounds.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.