Telecommunications Specialist III - 42002757

Science Technology Engineering And Mathematics; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Forest Service seeks a Telecommunications Specialist III to install, maintain, and manage the statewide radio and network infrastructure, including mobile radios, repeaters, and base stations. The role troubleshoots problems, performs repairs, and ensures FCC compliance.

The incumbent acts as telecommunications manager for their field unit and coordinates with other agencies and local telecom providers to keep critical communications reliable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, or Electronic Engineering.
• High school diploma or equivalent plus 4 years of telecommunications, data processing, electronics or engineering experience (with 2 years in telecommunications).
• Knowledge of FCC Rules and Regulations for radio communications.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair 2-way radios, repeaters, base stations, and network equipment.
• Troubleshoot system problems and perform repairs.
• Coordinate with other agencies and local telecommunications companies as telecommunications manager for the field unit.

Skills

Radio communications

Telecommunications installation

FCC regulations knowledge

Network maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / MIS / Electronic Engineering

High school diploma + 4 years telecommunications experience

Valid Class E Driver License

Job description

The Telecommunications Specialist III installs, maintains, and manages the Florida Forest Service's statewide communication system, including mobile and portable radios, repeaters, base stations, and related electronic equipment. The role involves troubleshooting system problems, performing repairs, installing radios and network infrastructure, and ensuring compliance with FCC regulations. The employee serves as the telecommunications manager for their assigned field unit and coordinates with other agencies and local telecommunications companies.

Key qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent plus 4 years of telecommunications, data processing, electronics or engineering experience (with 2 years in telecommunications)
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, management information systems, or electronic engineering
• Valid Class E Driver License
• Ability to perform installation, maintenance and repair of 2-way radios, repeaters, base stations, and network equipment
• Knowledge of FCC Rules and Regulations for radio communications