NEOGOV · 1 month ago
Communications Electronic Technician, SEIU (Pool Posting)
Lake Merritt Admin Platform Level
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$87K/yr - $114K/yr
1+ years expNEOGOV is associated with the San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART), which is seeking a Communications Electronic Technician. The role involves troubleshooting, adjusting, installing, modifying, maintaining, and performing primary repair of communications equipment and systems under general supervision.
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Responsibilities
Adjusts, removes and replaces printed circuit boards
Installs, maintains and performs primary maintenance of amplifiers, receivers, transmitters, power supplies, filters, switchboards, controls, alarms and related electrical and electronic parts
Installs police and other vehicle base and equipment radios
Installs cabling and related apparatus for major voice and data communication systems
Installs maintenance vehicle detection devices; adjusts voltage, frequency, tuning and sensitivity of components
Replaces wiring, annunciators and switches and solders new connections
Isolates defective components, parts and wiring; identifies necessary repairs and adjustments
Determines and gathers necessary tools, equipment, parts and test apparatus for jobs
Positions assigned as test board operator may receive and relay information to technicians and foreworkers in the field, dispatch parts, update drawings and prepares maintenance checklists and parts lists
Troubleshoots, tests and diagnoses both hardware and software equipment problems using computerized diagnostic tools, oscilloscopes, voltage, amperage and ohm meters, pressure gauges, magnetic field testers, calipers, multi-meters, signal and tone generators and frequency standards, spectrum analyzers, test cards, special test equipment and related devices
Performs preventive maintenance of equipment, including clearing, lubricating, checking and adjusting all part and components
Reads work requests and discusses work to be performed with lead, foreworkers, supervisors, or work requests, initiators and engineers
Reads and interprets manuals, procedures, specifications and schematic diagrams
Determines whether equipment can be repaired in the field; removes and may send equipment to component repair shops
Responds to computerized, telephone, and in-person requests for communications equipment maintenance
Maintains records of work performed, time required, parts and materials used, component serial numbers, and related data, using current District maintenance management software and other PC applications such as, excel, lotus notes, word, etc
Confirms that simple work orders and safe clearances have been provided when necessary and uses appropriate safety apparel and devices
Updates drawings to reflect field conditions
Prepares brief reports of repeated maintenance problems
Operates District vehicles to reach equipment to be serviced and may include high-railed vehicles used on tracks; may operate cranes or other equipment as required for repair
Qualification
Required
Possession of an associate degree in Electronics from an accredited college or university, or a Certificate of Achievement in Electronics from an accredited college, or completion of military training in electronics, or completion of a formal apprenticeship as an electronic technician and possession of a high school diploma, GED, or recognized equivalent
The equivalent of one (1) year of full-time verifiable journey level experience in the maintenance and repair of communications equipment
Must possess a valid California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record
Must possess adequate color vision to distinguish wiring and parts, and read diagrams
Must be physically able to lift to waist level and carry up to 60 pounds
Must be physically able to climb, bend, stoop and crawl to reach work
Must be physically able to walk on uneven surfaces for long distances
Must be physically able to work in confined spaces
Must be physically able to work in exposure to live voltage and air contamination
Must be physically able to work underground and on aerial structures
Must be able to wear respiratory protective equipment during the performance of assigned duties in accordance with the District Respirator Program and applicable Cal-OHSA requirements
Must be able to understand, read and communicate in English
Must be able to work various shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime
Preferred
Experience with Voice/Video Over IP experience is preferred
Benefits
Medical Coverage (or $350/month if opted out)
Dental Coverage
Vision Insurance (Basic and Enhanced Plans Available)
Retirement Plan through the CA Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS)
Money Purchase Pension Plan (in-lieu of participating in Social Security tax)
Deferred Compensation & Roth 457
Sick Leave Accruals (12 days per year)
Vacation Accruals (3-6 weeks based on time worked w/ the District)
Holidays: 10 observed holidays and 3 floating holidays
Life Insurance w/ ability to obtain additional coverage
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Survivor Benefits through BART
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts: Health and Dependent Care
Commuter Benefits
Free BART Passes for BART employees and eligible family members.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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