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State of Ohio · 3 months ago

Highway Patrol Electronic Technician 1

HP Alum Creek Facility1583 Alum Creek Drive

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

The State of Ohio is committed to providing unbiased public safety services, and they are seeking a Highway Patrol Electronic Technician 1. The role involves installing, repairing, and maintaining electronic and communication equipment for the Ohio State Highway Patrol and other state agencies.

Automotive

Responsibilities

Install all RF mobile & portable electronic equipment (i.e., radios, portables, Vehicle Repeater System (VRS)), various electronic equipment (i.e., emergency light bar, deck lights, corner lights, in-car video system), various wiring harnesses (i.e., control cables, antenna co-ax, Division approved wire harnesses, etc.), various storage boxes, trays, consoles &/or cages into Ohio Department of Public Safety (ODPS) staff vehicles, Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) vehicles, &/or vehicles for other state agencies, which may contain secured ammunition &/or firearms

Perform final inspection of all items listed above & on all electronic equipment installed in vehicles for accuracy & completeness

Test, repair, &/or refurbish electronic equipment & various wiring harnesses (i.e., control cables, wire harnesses consoles, trays, storage boxes, lights, sirens & other electronic equipment used on &/or in patrol cars; etc.); Repair electronic testing equipment used for monitoring & adjusting

Monitor & correct any frequency modulations & power output according to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules & regulations

Log repairs performed & adjustments to equipment per FCC guidelines

Assist in preparing required reports

Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Mobile communication equipmentVehicular electronicsTelecommunication SystemsElectronic engineeringTechnical program completion

Required

18 mos. exp. in installation, repair & workings of mobile communication equipment or vehicular electronics; for positions requiring travel, must possess & maintain valid driver's license per Section 4507.02 (A)(1) of Revised Code

Completion of 2 yr. technical program in electronics or radio communications; for positions requiring travel, must possess & maintain valid driver's license per Section 4507.02 (A)(1) of Revised Code

Completion of associate core program in electronic engineering; for positions requiring travel, must possess & maintain valid driver's license per Section 4507.02 (A)(1) of Revised Code

Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above

To meet the minimum qualifications through completion of a 2 yr. technical program, applicants must be able to verify that the technical program consisted of a minimum of 21 credit hours upon completion

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year

Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave

Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

Company

State of Ohio

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Employment with the State of Ohio is more than ‘just a job’ – it is a privilege to serve our families, friends and neighbors who rely on us throughout our great state.

Founded in 1803

Columbus, Ohio, USA

10001+ employees