TELECOMM TECHNICIAN

Position Overview

The Telecommunications Technician position for the Department of Public Safety (whose mission is to protect human life and property) is located statewide, AZ. Applicants will join a team that installs and maintains various types of electronic communications systems. Salary: $65,720.30 - $87,985.04 Annually. To apply, please visit the DPS website (www.azdps.gov) and follow the provided on-line application instructions.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and maintain various electronic communications systems including VHF/UHF mobile systems, microwave point-to-point systems, and technical investigative equipment.
• Perform system-level troubleshooting and repair on two-way or multi-channel radio equipment.
• Travel statewide, including climbing communications towers while carrying necessary equipment and tools, and work irregular hours under hazardous conditions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent plus completion of a formal electronics technology program from a recognized institution.
• Have two (2) years of paid work experience performing system-level troubleshooting and repair on radio equipment, OR successfully complete the Telecommunications Technician Trainee probationary period.
• Hold a valid Arizona driver license effective on the starting date.
• Obtain technical certification (e.g., FCC General Radiophonic Operator's License, PCIA/APCO Technician Certificate, or CET Journeyman Certificate with a Communications endorsement) OR secure the FCC General Class License/APCO Technician Certificate within six (6) months of hire.
• Successfully complete the examination process, including a polygraph, background investigation, and, if required, the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify) for State business.

Benefits & Perks

• Accrued vacation pay and sick days
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Deferred compensation plan
• Top-ranked retirement plans
• Affordable medical, dental, vision, life, and short & long-term disability insurance plans
• Employee Assistance, Peer and Family Support Programs
• Bus Cards (subsidized partially by the State)
• Paid Parental Leave – up to 12 weeks per year for a newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations (such as a sign language interpreter or alternative format) by calling (602) 223-2290. Please make requests early to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.