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Radio Technician I Job at Louisville Metro Government in Louisville

Radio Technician I Job at Louisville Metro Government in Louisville

Louisville Metro GovernmentLouisville, KY, United States
14 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
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  • Installs, operates, maintains and repairs communications systems and other electronic equipment

Description

Essential Functions :

  • Installs, operates, maintains and repairs communications systems and other electronic equipment
  • Examples of Duties

    UNDER GENERAL SUPERVISION

  • Maintains records of work performed and track inventory used
  • Trains Radio Technician Apprentices
  • Operates a variety of test equipment to install, remove, and repair communication and emergency equipment
  • Develops and maintains a computer based radio programming workstation for portable and mobile radios
  • Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and repairs malfunctions in complex radio and communications systems, digital control systems and other electronic equipment used by Metro agencies
  • Studies and develops new methods for installing safety equipment in various Metro agency vehicles
  • Uses schematics and technical data to ensure proper installation and operation of emergency equipment
  • Installs, removes, and repairs communication and emergency equipment for various Metro agencies
  • Performs related work
  • Minimum Requirements

  • Associate's degree in electronics or related field
  • One year of experience working in the wireless communications or electronics field, preferably in a two-way service shop environment involving repair and installation
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted

    Other Minimums

  • Must be of good moral character, with no criminal or felony record inconsistent with the provisions of this paragraph. Unacceptable will be persons who have been convicted of a felony, or who have any criminal action pending against them
  • Applicants who have bought or sold marijuana within one year of application, or have bought or sold any controlled substance or narcotic drug without a prescription within six years of application will be disqualified
  • Misdemeanor convictions will be considered on an individual basis. An applicant may be disqualified for multiple misdemeanors, an unacceptable criminal record, or multiple traffic violations.
  • Must submit to a pre-employment drug screening
  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
  • Physical Requirement & Working Conditions :

  • Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work
  • Supplemental Information

    SALARY GRADE : U45 / 02

    Test Weights

    Written Test : 60%

    Training & Experience : 40%

    EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    Please note that Training & Experience scores are based on the relevant (as determined by the hiring agency and Civil Service) training and experience from the last 10 years, as listed on your application and resume, as submitted. Any information that is unclear or that is not listed on your application and / or resume will not be considered in the calculation of the Training & Experience score. This also means that you should list your employment dates, including the month and year (i.e. 02 / 2017 to 08 / 2020) of employment, and number of hours worked per week.

    Louisville Metro Government is committed to providing our employees with the tools they need to lead a fit and healthy life. Aside from community-wide initiatives like the Mayor's Hike, Bike and Paddle event every Memorial Day and Labor Day, and the Healthy Hometown Movement, Metro Government provides employees with programs designed to enhance their life and well-being, like a Wellness Center that allows employees and their dependents with Metro health insurance to take care of their basic medical and health needs for a $5 co-pay. Louisville Metro Government understands that a team of healthy, vibrant employees is the greatest asset we have.

    Full Time Regular

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Group Term Life
  • Supplemental Life
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment
  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation
  • Holiday Pay
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Kentucky Public Pensions Authority
  • 457 Deferred Comp
  • Voluntary Lifestyle Benefits
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Qualified Adult Benefits
  • Childcare Assistance
  • Free TARC Use
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Part Time – 17.5 to 25 Hours Per Week

  • Vacation (pro rata)
  • Sick Leave (pro rata)
  • Holiday Pay (pro rata)
  • Part Time – Less Than 17.5 Hours Per Week

  • Ineligible For Benefits
  • Temporary Positions

  • Ineligible For Benefits
  • Interns

  • Ineligible For Benefits
  • Do you have an Associate's degree (or higher) in electronics or a related field?

    Do you have at least one year experience working in the wireless communications or electronics field, preferably in a two-way service shop environment involving repair and installation?

    Do you have a valid driver's license?

    During the past 1 year (365 days), have you bought or sold marijuana? WE ARE NOT ASKING YOU TO SELF-DISCLOSE ADDICTION OR SELF-DISCLOSE LEGAL PRESCRIPTION DRUG USE.

    During the past 6 years, have you bought or sold any controlled substance or narcotic drug without a prescription, other than marijuana? WE ARE NOT ASKING YOU TO SELF-DISCLOSE ADDICTION OR SELF-DISCLOSE LEGAL PRESCRIPTION DRUG USE.

    Please note this question is NOT asking you about marijuana use.

    Have you been convicted of a felony?

    Are you willing to take a drug test?

  • Required Question
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    Seniority level

    Entry level

    Employment type

    Employment type

    Internship

    Job function

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    Engineering and Information Technology

    Industries

    Government Administration

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