Wireless Systems Specialist (Radio)

Oregon Department of Transportation; The Dalles (OR); On-site; USD 72,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Paid leave

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

The Oregon Department of Transportation in The Dalles is seeking an Information Systems Specialist 5 – Wireless Systems Specialist (Radio) to install, maintain, and repair wireless two-way radio and microwave networks across the region. You will support communications for multiple agencies and coordinate with vendors as needed.

The role requires hands-on field work, on-site training for customers, and occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Four years of wireless or information systems experience in wireless systems.
• Or an associate's degree plus two years of related wireless experience.
• Bachelor's degree may substitute for all qualifications.
• Valid U.S. driver license and acceptable driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate situations and resolve customer inquiries.
• Install, test, replace or repair varied cable types and radio gear.
• Review customers' operational needs and requests.
• Provide on-site training for customers.
• Coordinate installation of mobile radio equipment.
• Identify, diagnose and report problems and priorities.
• Coordinate with vendors for information and upgrades.
• Maintain systems to ensure peak operation.
• Work on towers and antennas up to 180 feet, with potential high voltages.
• Travel region-wide or statewide as needed.
• Move or lift heavy objects over 70 pounds following safety procedures.

Skills

Wireless communications

Information systems

Radio maintenance

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Driving

Education

Bachelor's degree in information technology

Associate's degree in computer science or IT

Two-year vocational IT program

Tools

Radio dispatch console systems

Job description

Job Description

Information Systems Specialist 5 – Wireless Systems Specialist (Radio)

Oregon Department of Transportation

Delivery & Operations Division – Maintenance & Operations Branch

Wireless Communications Section

The Dalles

The Role

Join our Wireless Communications Section as a wireless systems specialist in The Dalles! In this role, you will construct, install, maintain and repair diverse wireless two-way radio and microwave network systems for your assigned service area. You will support and coordinate the communication systems for customers including our agency, Oregon State Police, the Fire Marshall’s office and more. This role is similar to radio technician, electronics technician, communications technician, radio service, tower technician, telecommunications specialist, broadcast technologist, radio frequency (RF) signalman, power systems control craftsman and land mobile radio service positions.

We provide a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and helps Oregon's communities and economy thrive. We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply for our positions.

Before applying, visit our applicant information website to learn more about our process. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday profile.

A Day In The Life

• Evaluate situations and resolve questions or customer inquiries.
• Install, test, replace or repair a variety of cable types.
• Review customer’s operational needs and requests.
• Identify, prepare and provide on-site training for customers.
• Manage and coordinate the installation of mobile radio equipment.
• Identify, diagnose, track and report problems and determine repair or replacement priorities.
• Contact multiple equipment vendors to obtain technical information and request repair or upgrades.
• Maintain systems and equipment to ensure peak operating condition.
• Operate a Sno-Cat or UTV (utility task vehicle) in inclement weather or rough conditions to gain access to remote locations to repair, install and provide emergency restoration of equipment or systems.
• Climb and work on towers and antenna structures up to 180 feet above ground and work with high voltages.
• Considerable region-wide or statewide travel in all weather conditions and time of day required.
• Move or lift heavy objects excess of 70 pounds following safety procedures.
• To request a copy of the position description, which includes all duties and working conditions, please email [e-mail].

What’s In It For You

• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, paid leave and so much more. Learn more about working at the Oregon Department of Transportation and the benefits we offer.
• Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range. Through an equal pay assessment, we will determine the salary offer using the information you provide in your submitted application materials. Please ensure your application materials are detailed, accurate and reflect your skills, experience (paid and unpaid) and education as they relate to the position when applying.
• The salary range listed is the non-PERS monthly salary range. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6.95%.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity!

Minimum Qualifications

Four (4) years of wireless communications or information systems experience in wireless systems (i.e., two-way radio, microwave).

OR

An associate's degree in computer science, information technology, or related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or related field, AND two (2) years of information systems experience in wireless (i.e., two-way radio, microwave) systems.

OR

A bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or related field may substitute for all of the above.

Special Qualifications

• Driving is an essential function of this position. You must have a valid U.S. driver license and an acceptable driving record. We will conduct pre-employment driving records checks on our final candidate(s). Your license does not have to be issued in Oregon to be considered.
• This position requires a maximum 60 minute response time to 3313 Bret Clodfelter Way, The Dalles, OR 97058 for emergency call-outs.

What We’d Like To See

If you have these attributes, let us know in your application materials! It's how we will choose whom to move forward! You do not need to have all these qualities to be eligible for this position. We may also use transferable skills, experience and education to help us decide who will move forward.

• Journey-level experience in Land Mobile Radio communications maintenance and repairs.
• Experience with radio dispatch console systems.
• Proven experience working both independently and within a team.
• Proven customer service experience including handling difficult interactions with empathy and tact.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills with co-workers, customers and managers.

Additional Information

• We do not offer visa sponsorship. If you are hired, you will be required to fill out the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming you are able to work in the US. We are not an E-Verify participating employer, and we are unable to proceed if E-Verify participation is required [e.g., STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT) Extension].
• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process.
• We may use this recruitment to fill multiple or future vacancies.
• We will conduct name-based and fingerprint-based criminal background checks on final candidates under consideration for this position. All applicants may be subject to additional pre-employment check(s) such as driver license, LEDS (Law Enforcement Data System), and/or education verification as required for the position.
• You will be represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

ODOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Assurance That… we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or any other class protected by state or federal laws in admission or access to our programs, services, activities, hiring, and employment practices. Applicants with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. For questions, concerns, or complaints regarding EEO/AA/ADA, contact 1-877-336-6368 (1-877-EEO-ODOT). This information can be made available in an alternative format by contacting ODOT Recruitment at 503-986-3700. Oregon Relay Service can be reached by calling 7-1-1.

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