ARMER & RWIS Telecom Tech

Minnesota Direct Care and Treatment; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

MnDOT is seeking a Telecommunications Specialist to provide statewide radio communication services for the Southwest area from the St. Cloud region.

The role supports MnDOT’s ARMER system and RWIS, maintaining and improving critical communications and weather information infrastructure. The job involves installing, maintaining, and repairing a range of equipment, coordinating with a team and travelling for training as needed.

Qualifications

• Skills in identifying and troubleshooting sensitive electronic equipment.
• Application of analog and digital communication system concepts.
• Knowledge of information technology networks, including wide-area and local-area networks.
• Interpret detailed technical information sufficient to install, maintain, and repair electronic communication equipment; and
• A valid Class D Driver's license.
• FCC Radio-Telephone Operator License (GROL) or APCO license within six months of hire (note requirement).

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, preventive maintenance, calibration and repairs on equipment and sensors (transmitters, receivers, site controllers, etc.).
• Install and support mobile two-way radios and portables.
• Maintain network backhaul equipment including routers, switches, and multiplexers.
• Maintain equipment inventory and database records.
• Occasional in-state travel for training; may require overnight stays.

Skills

Troubleshooting electronic equipment

Analog and digital comms concepts

IT networks WAN/LAN

Technical installation/repair

Education

Associate degree in Electronic Technology or related field

Tools

GROL license

Job description

MnDOT is seeking a Telecommunications Specialist to provide statewide radio communication services for the Southwest area from the St. Cloud region.

The role supports MnDOT’s ARMER system and RWIS, maintaining and improving critical communications and weather information infrastructure. The job involves installing, maintaining, and repairing a range of equipment, coordinating with a team and travelling for training as needed.