Mobility Technology Technician - G117

Columbus, Georgia; Phenix City (AL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Mobility Technology Assistant to support the installation and maintenance of advanced communication systems in solid waste collection vehicles. This role involves collaborating with IT and GIS teams to develop software tools and web applications, ensuring the seamless operation of mobility technology. You will be responsible for troubleshooting issues, analyzing data, and producing reports that enhance operational efficiency. If you have a passion for technology and a desire to make a tangible impact in your community, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions in waste management.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of mobility communications systems and GIS technology.
• Skill in data analysis and report generation for mobility applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining software tools for mobility technology.
• Install and maintain mobility technology in collection vehicles.

Skills

Mobility communications equipment knowledge

GIS technology knowledge

Hardware and software for mobility communication

QAlert applications knowledge

Installation and operation of communication equipment

Data analysis and report creation

Problem-solving skills

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal relations

Ability to work independently

Education

High school education

Specialized training in the occupational field

Tools

Mobile communication devices

PC computers

GIS software

Job description

This position assists IT, GIS, and vendors with the installation and maintenance of the Integrated Mobility Technology System hardware and software into the Solid Waste & Recycling Collections division’s collection vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Assists IT and Public Works GIS in developing, creating, maintaining, and monitoring software tools, web maps, and applications needed for mobility and routing technology.
• Installs, tests, and maintains all types of mobility technology, including switching and transmission equipment; conducts proof-tests including wire testing, circuit commissioning, and power tests.
• Installs and sets up mobile (wireless) technology and workstations (mobile and office environments).
• Installs and maintains mobile communication systems (mobile environment).
• Provides support for web mapping infrastructure.
• Assists in the integration of database systems (QAlert) and mobility software related to GIS mapping and work orders.
• Operates mobility technology equipment, including mobile communication devices, tablets, and PC computers.
• Assists with input of geographic and non-geographic data into the collections routing system.
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses problems with existing equipment and systems.
• Analyzes cellular output data; tracks system use of wireless and communication devices; compiles reports for management.
• Receives and inventories equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Assists with the routing software designs for solid waste collections.
• Produces and distributes digital reports; produces and distributes digital map products.
• Performs a variety of clerical, administrative, and data entry tasks; compiles information and prepares reports; tracks and processes documents; enters and retrieves data.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of mobility communications equipment and systems.
• Knowledge of GIS technology and its applications.
• Knowledge of hardware and software used in mobility communication technology applications.
• Knowledge of hardware and software used in QAlert applications.
• Knowledge of departmental policies and proper timekeeping for inmates and Waste Equipment Operators and Workers.
• Skill in installation and operation of mobility communications related equipment.
• Skill in the analysis of QAlert data and in the creation of related reports.
• Skill in analysis of mobility data and in the creation of related reports.
• Skill in operating standard office equipment including work-related computer applications.
• Skill in utilization of computer applications languages.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in problem solving and decision making.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of specialized training in the occupational field, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education. Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. This position is required to supervise state inmate labor. Employee must pass the Department of Corrections three-day certification within the time frame required by this department, which is normally six months but may be altered.

The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects, uses computer equipment, cell phones, and software requiring an intermediate level of technical knowledge, and must be able to distinguish between shades of color.

Physical Requirements

• Balancing – maintain equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing, or crouching.
• Climbing – ascending, descending ladders, stairs, ramps, requires body agility.
• Crawling – moving about on hands, knees, or hands and feet.
• Crouching – bending body forward by bending leg, spine.
• Feeling – perceiving attributes of objects by touch with skin, fingertips.
• Grasping – applying pressure to objects with fingers, palm.
• Handling – picking, holding, or working with whole hands.
• Hearing 1 – perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels, receiving information.
• Hearing 2 – receiving detailed information, making discrimination in sound.
• Kneeling – bending legs at knee to come to rest at knees.
• Lifting – raising objects from lower to higher position, moving objects side to side, using upper extremities and back.
• Manual Dexterity – picking, pinching, typing, working with fingers rather than hands.
• Mental Acuity – ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive reasoning.
• Pulling – using upper extremities to exert force, haul or tug.
• Pushing – using upper extremities to press against objects with force, or thrust forward, downward, outward.
• Reaching – extending hands or arms in any direction.
• Repetitive Motion – substantial movements of wrists, hands, fingers.
• Speaking – expressing ideas with spoken words, conveying detailed, important instructions accurately and concisely.
• Standing – for sustained periods of time.
• Stooping – bending body downward, forward at waist, with full motion of lower extremities and back.

The work is typically performed in an office or outdoors where the employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, and cold or inclement weather. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, or gloves.