Communications Technician I (County Promotional)

This recruitment is ONLY OPEN to County of San Bernardino, Fire District, or Special Districts employees who hold a regular, contract, extra-help, recurrent, Public Service Employee, Work Experience Program (WEX), or intern position. Former PSE, WEX, or interns are eligible to apply up to 6 months from the end of their assignment.

Your County employment must be clearly listed in your work history.

COMMUNICATION TECHNICIAN I – OVERVIEW

Communication Technician I installs, maintains, and repairs telecommunications, electronics, and network equipment. The Telecommunication Services Division integrates all PBX and VoIP, audio, security, automation, and low voltage electronics. Duties include installing and repairing communication and electronic equipment Countywide; installing and configuring network hardware and software; troubleshooting system malfunctions; and repairing and installing telephone and data electronics, audio, and automated systems.

For a more comprehensive listing of job duties for this classification, please refer to Communications Technician I job description.

Applications are also being accepted for Communications Technician II and Communications Technician III; a separate application is required to be considered.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

To review job-specific benefits, refer to Summary of Benefits above. Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) apply.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process : Incumbent must successfully complete a background investigation (fingerprinting and work history / education check) and a job-related physical exam, including a drug test.

Travel : A valid California Class C Driver License is required. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.

Working Conditions : Employees are subject to On-Call duties, 24-hour call back, and may be asked to work during unusual hours, inclement weather, and other adverse circumstances. Duties may include working in confined spaces and climbing ladders to install, inspect, and maintain equipment.

Sponsorship : San Bernardino County cannot consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Candidates must be able to present legal right to work in the United States at the time of employment.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE : Eighteen (18) months, within the last three (3) years, of full-time equivalent experience installing, maintaining, and repairing telecommunications, electronics, PBX's, IP voice, audio, automation, fiber optics, or low voltage electronics.

REQUIRED EDUCATION : Fifteen (15) semester (23 quarter) units of completed post-high school technical coursework in electronics or communication technology. A list of related coursework must be submitted with the application.

Substitution : One (1) additional year of qualifying experience may substitute the education requirement.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE :

• Education in electronics or communication technology.
• Certifications in Cisco and Nortel.
• Current work experience in the industry.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before the deadline : 5 : 00 PM PST, FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2025. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and / or supplemental questionnaires.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and / or print these for your records. Please note : if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

For technical assistance, follow the online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.

EEO / ADA

San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

ADA ACCOMMODATION

If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE

Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows / widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.

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