Communications Electronic Technician

POSITION:
COMMUNICATIONS/ELECTR ONIC TECHNICIAN (PS100945)
SALARY RANGE:
$38.99—$47.11 per hour plus benefits
(Employee pays up to 8% of salary/wage toward CalPERS retirement plan)
DATE POSTED:
June 8, 2015
CLOSING DATE:
June 22, 2015
OPEN TO:
All Qualified Applicants
OPENINGS:
1 position & to create an eligibility list
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
This position demands a wide range of technical skills. Under the direction of the Communications/Electronics
System Supervisor, this position provides technical support for the communication, security and control systems
in place throughout the District. The Communications/Electronic Technician installs, maintains and repairs
electronic equipment located at various District facilities from San Francisco to Santa Rosa. Such equipment
includes, but is not limited to, two-way radio system equipment, microwave system equipment, PBX equipment,
security equipment, Analog CCTV equipment, IP based video cameras and equipment, access control equipment
and programmable logic controllers. The position is also involved in the installation and maintenance of
communication and fiber optic cabling systems. Performs additional related duties as required.
MINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
• Requires a two year college degree in electronic technology or completion of electronic technology training
course, certification program or electronics trade school
• Must have a minimum of two years' experience as an Electronic Technician
• The education/experience must clearly indicate that the applicant has the skills required to perform work
as outlined below.
HOURS OF OPERATION:
• Subject to 24 hour call back
• Must go to all District locations, including mountain tops, Ferry terminals and Bridge towers, piers, etc.
REQUIRED LICENSE(S):
• Must possess and maintain a current, valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
Operates District vehicles on a regular basis.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Analyzes and tests electronic systems, modules, components and test equipment to locate faults using
test equipment, documentation and information from equipment users
• Installs and maintains electronic arrow signs and light bars.
• Installs and maintains CCTV systems, digital recording systems and video switching systems.
• Installs and maintains motion detectors and related security equipment
• Installs and maintains security system LAN and IP based security equipment
• Installs and maintains telephone lines and fiber optic cables.
• Installs and maintains programmable logic controllers and associated controls.
Communications/Electronics Technician - PS100945
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES (continued):
• Maintains, modifies and updates electronic PBX systems.
• Install and maintain public address systems
• Installs and tests electronic and two-way radio equipment in mobile units (buses, ferries, District
vehicles) and District facilities.
• Installs and maintains microwave system and data communication modems
• Performs regular, preventive maintenance and records all maintenance actions performed, parts used
and amount of time expended
• Assists in the design, fabrication and/or modification of electronic/communication equipment
• Updates and corrects manufacturers' documentation to increase maintenance and repair efficiency
• Continue to update knowledge base in support of changing technology
• Works with the Communication/Electronic Supervisor to repair, align and calibrate complex and special
electronic apparatus
• Performs related duties as required
• Knows and follows the safety and health rules and safe working practices applicable to his or her job
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, SKILLS:
• Solid state electronics
• Analog and digital circuits
• Understands basic principles of LANs;
• Installation and wiring methods of telephone and data communications systems
• Tools, equipment and methods of electronic technology
• Carry out verbal and written instructions
• Work with minimal supervision
• Establish and maintain cooperative, effective and productive working relationships with all those
contacted in the course of work
• Use personal computer and software
• Knows and follows the safety, health rules and safe working practices applicable to his or her job
• Work closely and interact professionally with other district employees
• Regular and reliable attendance and performance is required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be available for emergency repair call backs
• Must be able to work outside in inclement weather
• Must be able to bend and crawl in small areas to install security equipment requiring bending and
reaching
• Lift up to 50 pounds
• Climb on bridge main cables, radio antenna towers and structural steel up to 200 feet
• Put arms, hands and fingers into narrow openings
• Exposure to exhaust fumes, noise and sharp edges
• May encounter reptiles and spiders at remote radio sites including some venomous species
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
FAILURE TO MEET ANY OF THE REQUIREMENTS STATED BELOW MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR APPLICATION.
TO APPLY: www.goldengate.org/jobs
Communications/Electronics Technician - PS100945
For directions and general information, visit our website www.goldengate.org.
Office Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. NO PHONE CALLS.
Applicants must apply online by the deadline date. Applications received after the deadline will not be
considered.
THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENT(S) MUST BE SUBMITTED AT TIME OF APPLICATION:
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GGBHTD Online Employment Application
Cover letter demonstrating applicable work experience (Scan and attach as PDF to your online
application)
Resume (Scan and attach as PDF to your online application)
Copy of valid California Driver’s License
THE SELECTION PROCESS FOR THIS POSITION will include:
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Oral Panel Interview
Additional Department Interview
Background/Employment/Security Investigation (Post offer of employment)
*** The District will only invite those candidates whose qualifications MOST CLOSELY MATCH the position
requirements to continue in the selection process.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Golden Gate Bridge Highway and Transportation District to take all
personnel actions on the basis of merit and other job-related factors, without regard to race,
color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical
conditions), disability: physical or mental, age (40 and older), genetic information, marital
status, sexual orientation and identity, medical condition, political affiliation or military status.
Applicants with Disabilities: The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts
to accommodate applicants with disabilities to complete the Employment Application and in
any job-related examination process. If you have special needs, please call (415) 257-4521
(Human Resources). The District's telecommunications device (TDD) for Persons with Hearing
Disabilities is (415) 257-4554.
Revised 03/17/2014 SS
Revised 06/08/2015 LG
Human Resources Administration
GGBHTD
1011 Andersen Drive
San Rafael, CA 94901-5318