Radio Technician - Communication Authority

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Working knowledge of LCCA policies and procedures and SOG's
• Applicable knowledge of the Computer Aided Dispatch, Records Management, and Radio systems.
• Able to troubleshoot the component level of radio equipment.
• Repair of mobile, portable, and fixed AM and FM two-way radio equipment.
• Must be able to organize and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Working knowledge of industry terminology and quality assurance tools.
• Travel to required training and conferences.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Under the direction of the LCCA Director and Radio Specialist, ensures the efficient and effective operation of CAD RMS and Radio administrative equipment.
• Assist in the maintenance and repair of all P25 trunking sites.
• Assist in the maintenance of the microwave links between all sites.
• Assist in programing all Lea County radios.
• Assist in the maintenance of Lea County VHF and UHF radio frequencies.
• Assist in the maintenance of the Lea County VHF radio systems.
• Helps in the coordination of municipalities and Lea County to maintain whelen tornado sirens.
• Installs and maintains cameras on all sites.
• Maintain an emergency phone system from the FAA control tower to the ARFF fire station at County airports.
• Helps in the oversight of all radio upgrades and updates.
• Supports LCCA's radio consoles including backup radios at each console.
• Maintains the base station at backup sites, REDA and Fire Station One.
• Maintains radio console software.
• Performs system quality testing on P25 sites.
• May provide reports to the LCCA Director and Radio Specialist when requested.
• May attend approved training related to Radio Management.
• May work occasional irregular hours to repair any radio or tower site issues and to complete tasks and meet deadlines.

• The duties of the LCCA Radio Technician are not limited to those set forth above. The employee will perform such functions, duties or assignments as given by a supervisor consistent with ability, background and expertise.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Associate's degree from accredited college preferred.

Experience:

• Three years' experience required.

Certification, Skills and Licenses:

• Ability to communicate in both oral and written English.

• Valid New Mexico driver's license.