Maintenance Specialist Electronics Journey 2/Lead (02-3050)

State of Alaska; Juneau (AK); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Personal leave

Descripción de la vacante

The State of Alaska is seeking a Public Safety Radio Communications Technician to install, maintain, and repair critical comms equipment across remote sites in Alaska. Expect frequent travel, tower climbs up to 300 feet, and hands-on work in challenging environments.

Candidates should be self-motivated, capable of following instructions, and eager to learn new systems. The job supports the Department of Public Safety’s mission and may require weekend travel.

Formación

• Willingness to travel frequently, including long assignments away from home, sometimes weeks at a time.
• Ability to work at heights and climb towers up to 300 feet.
• Demonstrated self-motivation and disciplined work approach.
• Comfort with learning new equipment and procedures in public safety radio systems.

Responsabilidades

• Install, maintain, and repair public safety radio communications equipment.
• Climb towers and service generators while following safety protocols.
• Program radios and configure systems as required.
• Perform landscaping tasks as part of site maintenance.

Conocimientos

Climbing towers

Frequent travel

Self-motivated

Follow instructions

Willing to learn

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants must meet

Alaska Residency Requirements in order to be considered for employment at this time.

What You Will Be Doing

If you love exploring remote places and have always dreamed of flying across Alaska in a helicopter, or traveling by ATV and snowmachine to your work sites, this job is perfect for you. You'll get to hike through the Alaska wilderness and visit various locations throughout the state. Your responsibilities will include installing, maintaining, and repairing public safety radio communications equipment, which involves climbing towers, servicing generators, programming radios, and performing some landscaping tasks.

Job Description

This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants must meet

Alaska Residency Requirements in order to be considered for employment at this time.

What You Will Be Doing

If you love exploring remote places and have always dreamed of flying across Alaska in a helicopter, or traveling by ATV and snowmachine to your work sites, this job is perfect for you. You'll get to hike through the Alaska wilderness and visit various locations throughout the state. Your responsibilities will include installing, maintaining, and repairing public safety radio communications equipment, which involves climbing towers, servicing generators, programming radios, and performing some landscaping tasks.

Our Organization, Mission, And Culture

Each technician plays a vital role in our close-knit team, working collaboratively to uphold a reliable network for Public Safety, DOT, and various other state agencies.

The Benefits Of Joining Our Team

Each technician plays a vital role in our close-knit team, working collaboratively to uphold a reliable network for Public Safety, DOT, and various other state agencies.

THE WORKING CONDITIONS YOU CAN EXPECT

We operate from a secure facility with badge access; each technician has a cubicle and locker for tools and gear. A typical day begins with a team meeting, followed by trip planning, asset management updates, and lab work or site visits to complete work orders.

What We Are Looking For

We seek an individual who can work confidently at heights of up to 300 feet and is capable of climbing towers. The role will require frequent travel, sometimes for consecutive weeks depending on the project and location. Candidates should be self-motivated, able to follow instructions, and enthusiastic about learning.

The Department of Public Safety strives to preserve the peace, enforce the law, prevent and detect crime, and protect life and property. All positions support or carry out the Department's mission. All positions support or carry out the Department's mission. If our mission interests you and this position embodies your strengths, please consider joining our team. More information about the Department of Public Safety can be found on our website: http://dps.alaska.gov/

Minimum Qualifications

Vacancies in this job class are filled through Union referral, except for promotions, demotions, transfers, and emergency appointments.

Additional Required Information

COVER LETTER

A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.

Special Note

• Requires frequent travel that will occasionally include weekend travel.
• This position is overtime eligible.
• Must be able/willing to fly in small aircraft to include helicopters.

BACKGROUND CHECK

This position requires the incumbent to submit to a fingerprint based criminal history background check. Due to the sensitive nature of this position, and required access to APSIN, an applicant with criminal convictions will not move forward in the selection process.

CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT

The successful candidate will be required to read, understand, and agree to via signature, an agreement of confidentiality concerning the work commonly encountered within the Department of Public Safety to qualify for this position.

EDUCATION

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Work Experience

Applications will be reviewed to determine if minimum qualifications are met. Therefore, all work experiences the applicant is using to meet minimum qualifications for this position must be documented in the application package. Please include the employer’s name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether the employment was full or part-time. Applicants who submit packages that do not provide sufficient information to demonstrate minimum qualifications are met may not advance in the selection process.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

MULTIPLE VACANCIES

This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or [phone] in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

NOTICE

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WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE

Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or [phone] if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to [e-mail].

Contact Information

For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring managers: Buckley Clarke Data Processing Manager 3 Phone: [phone] [e-mail]

Careers With The State Of Alaska Offer MANY Benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
  • The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html for additional information.
  • AVTEC
  • Confidential
  • Correctional Officers
  • Marine Engineers
  • Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
  • Supervisory
  • Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
  • Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
  • The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
  • General Government
  • Labor, Trades and Crafts
  • Public Safety Employees Association
  • Masters, Mates & Pilots
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

Optional Insurance Benefits

• Group-based insurance premiums for
  • Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
  • Long-term and short-term disability
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
  • Supplemental Survivor Benefits
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
• Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
• Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

See https://drb.alaska.gov/retiree/ for additional information

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
• Twelve (12) paid holidays a year

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Are you willing and able to climb and work at heights of up to 300'?

• Yes
• No

Are you willing and able to travel in small aircraft and helicopters to access remote and mountain top sites?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question