IT Communications Technician

Gulfshoresal; Irving, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 67,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Irving seeks an experienced communications technician to install, repair, program, and maintain radio base station equipment, PA systems, antenna towers, and RF infrastructure. You will handle IP network tasks, fiber optics, and vehicle systems while supporting city operations and public safety resources.

Applicants should have an Associate Degree or equivalent experience and at least two years in related work, with a valid Texas driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Minimum two years of experience supporting communications equipment.
• Two years of hands-on experience with RF, fiber and IP networks.
• Preferred NIMS certifications and valid Texas Class C driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, program and maintain radio and PA systems.
• Manage IP network infrastructure and RF sites across locations.
• Design and service 12VDC vehicle systems and related gear.
• Provide user training and technical assistance for city systems.

Skills

Customer service

Technical support

Preventive maintenance

Emergency response

Education

Associate Degree or related field

Tools

Radio base station equipment

PA sound systems

Alarm systems

Display systems

IP network switches

Fiber optic networks

12VDC vehicle systems

Antenna & microwave radios

Job description

Duties include performing advanced technical work in the support of the City’s communications equipment and systems – installing, repairing, programming and maintaining communications equipment such as radio base station equipment, portable and fixed mobile radios, PA sound systems, alarm systems, display systems, and other related equipment; installing and repairing IP network infrastructure (wireless / wired, switches, drops / termination); installing and managing RF infrastructure at multiple locations; assisting with locates and installing fiber optic networks (single and multimode); designing, installing and repairing 12VDC vehicle systems and hardware (MDC, DVR, AVL, intercom / radio interface gear, emergency lights and sirens and other related equipment); programming subscriber personalities for communications equipment; installing, repairing and maintaining antenna systems, control station systems, antenna tower equipment and microwave communication radios; performing frequent equipment tests as part of preventive maintenance; and providing technical assistance and training to users of communication systems. Duties will require providing customer service to the City’s many general government and public safety customers. An Associate Degree in a related subject field or equivalent experience, and two years of experience supporting communications equipment and systems required. NIMS certification(s) preferred. Must have, or be able to obtain, a valid Class C Texas driver’s license. Candidates will be subject to a criminal history check. Must not have any criminal conviction above the grade of a Class B misdemeanor or any Class B misdemeanor within the past 10 years; other convictions may also be considered. Must be available for emergency call-outs after normal hours. It is requested that a résumé be included with application. PAY GRADE IT20 / FULL PAY RANGE $32.39 – $45.69 PER HOUR ($67,380 – $95,040 ANNUALLY)

Submit application online at cityofirving.org. Jobs close at 5:00 p.m. on the closing date posted on the City website. FOR CLOSING DATE, PAY INFORMATION AND COMPLETE JOB LISTING:www.irvingtx.gov