Ability to understand and explaining the operation of trunked radio systems used in voice and data communications, analog and digital, as they relate to Baltimore County communications systems. Ability to respond on system problems or outages to resolve basic emergencies and maintain a minimum level of communications within the County. Possession of a valid license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment . All applicants must be of good character and emotionally stable as determined by a comprehensive background investigation and test for illegal drug use. Some duties require exposure to potentially hazardous conditions such as adverse weather and electricity.
Duties require travel between work sites.
This is a training classification. Employees are appointed to this classification for a maximum of twenty-four months. Upon attainment of full performance knowledge and skills, and subject to the approval of the Office of Human Resources and Office of Budget and Finance, incumbents will be reclassified to the position of Communications Equipment Technician or higher. Incumbents who do not attain the full performance minimum qualifications will be terminated. Troubleshoots, installs, maintains, and repairs to the component level, mobile and stationary two-way communications equipment, audio and video tape recording equipment, radar speed measuring devices, and related electronic equipment.