Highway Patrol Electronic Technician 1

Ohio Department of Public Safety; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 36,162; Full time

Job summary

A state public safety agency is seeking a Highway Patrol Electronic Technician 1 to perform installation, maintenance, and repair of electronic communication equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience with mobile communication systems and possess relevant technical qualifications. This full-time role is based in Columbus, Ohio, offering competitive hourly compensation.

Qualifications

• 18 months of experience in installation, repair & workings of mobile communication equipment.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Technical program must consist of a minimum of 21 credit hours.

Responsibilities

• Clean, install, repair, & maintain basic electronic & communication equipment.
• Install RF mobile & portable electronic equipment.
• Test, repair, & refurbish electronic equipment.

Skills

Installation of mobile communication equipment

Repair of vehicular electronics

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Completion of 2-year technical program in electronics or radio communications

Completion of associate core program in electronic engineering

Tools

Basic Documentation

Telecommunication Systems

Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

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Report In Location - 1583 Alum Creek Drive, Columbus 43209

Work Hours: Choice of 6:00am – 2:00pm OR 7:00am – 3:00pm

Posting note: THIS POSTING IS FOR APPLICANTS TO APPLY TO BE PLACED IN A POOL OF CANDIDATES TO BE CONSIDERED FOR CURRENT AND FUTURE POSSIBLE OPENINGS AT THE LOCATION NOTED.

Work Location - HP Alum Creek Facility, Columbus, OH

Primary Location - United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation - $26.25 per hour

Schedule - Full-time

Classified Indicator - Classified

Union - OSTA

Agency Overview - Ohio State Highway Patrol's Mission: The Ohio State Highway Patrol provides unbiased, professional public safety services through inclusion, collaboration, and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Under the Direction & Guidance Of Higher-level Highway Patrol Electronic Technician, Clean, Install, Repair, & Maintain Basic Electronic & Communication Equipment
• Install all RF mobile & portable electronic equipment (radios, portables, Vehicle Repeater System, etc.), various electronic equipment (emergency light bars, deck lights, corner lights, in-car video system), wiring harnesses, storage boxes, trays, consoles &/or cages into ODPS/OSHP vehicles or vehicles for other state agencies, which may contain secured ammunition &/or firearms
• Perform final inspection of installed items and electronic equipment for accuracy & completeness
• Test, repair, &/or refurbish electronic equipment & wiring harnesses; repair electronic testing equipment used for monitoring & adjusting
• Monitor & correct frequency modulations & power output according to FCC rules & regulations
• Log repairs performed & adjustments to equipment per FCC guidelines
• Assist in preparing required reports
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Option 1: 18 months of experience in installation, repair & workings of mobile communication equipment or vehicular electronics; for positions requiring travel, must possess & maintain a valid driver’s license per Section 4507.02 (A)(1) of Revised Code
• Option 2: Completion of 2-year technical program in electronics or radio communications; valid driver’s license as above
• Option 3: Completion of associate core program in electronic engineering; or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment; for positions requiring travel, valid driver’s license as above

Note: To meet the minimum qualifications through completion of a 2-year technical program, applicants must verify that the program consisted of a minimum of 21 credit hours upon completion.

Job Details

• Job Skills - Telecommunication Systems
• Organization - Public Safety
• Agency Contact - Kate Veeley | [e-mail]
• Unposting Date - Ongoing
• Primary Job Skill - Telecommunication Systems
• Technical Skills - Basic Documentation, Communications, Telecommunication Systems, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Trade
• Professional Skills - Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Listening, Problem Solving, Written Communication