telecommunications technician iii.

job summary:
Under the general supervision of the DNR Radio Specialist, this position provides specialized

technical and comprehensive support, consultation, and training services for Department staff on P25 and analog conventional radio systems that are owned and operated by the DNR.

 
 
location: Wausau, Wisconsin
job type: Contract
salary: $31.10 - 31.20 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
 
responsibilities:
Goals and Work Activities:

Service and maintain DNR owned Radio equipment

- Utilize test equipment including multimeters, radio service monitors,

antenna analyzers, power meters, and other radio test equipment.

- Assist with programming radios across the DNR.

- Assist with firmware updates to radios across the DNR.

- Assist with equipment maintenance at DNR owned tower sites when

required.

- Partner with vendors and DNR employees to build relationships, analyze

processes and technology to ensure system aligns with industry standards in

all areas of radio technology.

- Coordinate with DNR Radio Program Administrator for any dispatch or

aviation related radio issues.

- Assist DNR Radio Program Tower Specialist with any support needs.

Assist with development and installation of radio communications systems for

the department on a state-wide basis

- Assist the installation and implementation of new DNR radio systems when

required.

- Install mobile radios in DNR vehicles when required.

- Install base stations in DNR owned or leased facilities when required.

Maintain inventory of all Code Plugs (electronic file that contains features

and programming for a specific radio) for programmable radio in the fleet.

- Coordinate with the DNR Radio Program Frequency Specialist to ensure

proper compliance with frequency usage.

Assist with on-site radio asset management

- Assist with the scheduling, planning and implementation of site surveys to

review existing radio communication systems and services aimed at

identifying problems and needs for recommending changes either in current

operations, for budgetary purposes or to effectively communicate in

emergency situations.

- Assist as point of contact for emergency back-up resources in event of a

systems failure.

- Coordinate with the DNR Radio Program Inventory Specialist to ensure all

assets are captured within the inventory system.

Provision of training and technical assistance for all radio communications

systems and equipment, department-wide

- Maintain a working knowledge of radio communications systems, services,

and equipment to provide consulting service and recommendations to all

department users and facilities.

- Establish and maintain a professional working relationship with other

industry professional, vendors, equipment manufacturers and service

providers to stay abreast of current and emerging technologies.

- Assist with technical knowledge feasibility studies, cost benefit analysis etc.

on radio systems, equipment and services for divisional and departmental

budget planning.

- Respond to requests for information and advice by providing technical

expertise on radio communication operations, services and equipment.

- Assist with preparation of formal project reports, respond to questionnaires

and surveys as assigned or requested and present progress to management

and key stakeholders.

- Assist with customer training when required.

Interchange of information beneficial to the department

- Act as a liaison between department users and Radio Program staff.

- Maintain liaison with other agencies to share information on common

problems and to take advantage of available expertise.

 
qualifications:
1. Knowledge of radio equipment and digital/analog conventional radio systems.

2. Knowledge of all operation procedures in radio equipment.

3. Knowledge of FCC Licensing procedures and license maintenance requirements.

4. Knowledge of Radio Programming related to software and interface equipment.

5. Knowledge of how to properly maintain a fleet of portable batteries.

6. Working knowledge of standard Windows OS computers, Microsoft Office (Access, Outlook, Word, Excel) platforms and experience with workstation backup principles.

7. Experience with networking concepts and principles, including experience working with network hardware including switches, routers & firewalls.

8. Experience cabling network-attached equipment, to include copper and fiber optic technologies.

9. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including technical and interpersonal


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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.