Information Technology Senior Telecommunications Technician (Communications, Information & Technology)

Minimum Qualifications

Associates degree. Five years of experience in the repair, troubleshooting, testing, installation and maintenance of voice, data, and wireless communication equipment is required. A high school diploma or GED along with additional experience in the repair, troubleshooting, testing, installation and maintenance of voice, data, and wireless communication equipment may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Must possess a valid driver license.

Recruitment Notes

Communications, Information & Technology Department

Services Management Division

IT Senior Telecommunications Technician

SALARY ENTRY: $67,130.37 - Max $ 103,067.91 Annually

Miami-Dade County Communications, Information & Technology Department is recruiting a full-time IT Senior Telecommunications Technician that will be assigned to the Services Management Division.

This is advanced skilled technical work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of complex telecommunications infrastructure equipment enterprise wide. Employees in this class are responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of complex communications equipment to include but not limited to Personal Computers (PC), VoIP system, LAN, 802.11 WIFI, CCTV, CATV, and related equipment. Duties include troubleshooting of hardware and software problems, faulty circuitry, transmission and distribution lines, installation, maintenance, and repair of telecommunications equipment to the component level, and preventive maintenance of equipment. Work requires the application of fundamental and advanced principles, techniques, practices, and methods of electronic technology. Employees exercise some independent judgment in designing and implementing major system requirements and modifications and ensuring timely responses to critical telecommunications infrastructure activities. Supervision is received from a technical superior who reviews work for compliance with established specifications and standards, and satisfactory functioning of equipment installed, repaired, or maintained. The IT Sr. Telecommunications Technician (TT) must have a firm understanding of:

• Installs, maintains, and repairs complex communications equipment but not limited to Personal Computers (PC), VoIP system, LAN, WAN,802.11 WIFI, Cellular, CCTV, CATV, and related equipment.
• Performs diagnostic evaluation of hardware and software problems, faulty circuitry, and transmission and distribution lines, and takes corrective action.
• Performs telecommunications equipment overhauls including adjusting, repairing, and replacing parts and converting obsolete equipment to comply with current telecommunications engineering design and construction standards.
• Performs pre-installation site visits to determine personnel and material requirements. Installs building riser and lateral cables; ensures proper bonding and grounding of inside and outside plant cable

. • Reads, interprets, and works from various schematics, blueprints, and electronic diagrams.

• Performs periodic inspection of contractor installation work to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Utilizes advanced test equipment for problem determination and resolution.
• Interacts with vendors in the installation, maintenance, repair, and testing of systems hardware and software

. • Interacts with customers in the emergency and routine repair and maintenance of equipment, and in customer training; maintains proper inventory of supplies required to perform work.

• Observes established safety practices and procedures applicable to electrical and electronic work
• Prepares and maintains documentation required by the Federal Communications Commission; prepares reports of work activities, work estimates, and requisitions for supplies and equipment.
• Makes recommendations concerning infrastructure telecommunications systems hardware and software. Performs related work as required

Minimum Qualifications:

Associates degree. Five years of experience in the repair, troubleshooting, testing, installation and maintenance of voice, data, and wireless communication equipment is required. A high school diploma or GED along with additional experience in the repair, troubleshooting, testing, installation and maintenance of voice, data, and wireless communication equipment may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Must possess a valid driver license.

Miami-Dade County offers great benefits including full medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; 457 pretax savings plan; flexible spending accounts; paid holidays, vacation and sick time; membership in the Florida Retirement System; professional development; and a tuition reimbursement program.

Applicants must apply online at www.miamidade.gov/jobs .