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• Repairs and maintains WyoLink equipment and radio sites.
• Maintains and repairs roadside communication devices.
• Replaces damaged parts; inspects and diagnoses specific problems.
• Performs preventive maintenance, emergency repair, and troubleshooting.
• This role climbs towers up to 200 feet for radio maintenance and repair.
• Installs and maintains vehicle electronics to include radio, repeater and lighting systems.
• Subject to on-call rotation

PREFERENCES:


Ideal candidates will have or be willing to obtain certifications in the following CPR/First aid, FCC GROL, WYDOT Tier I & Tier II certified climber.


KNOWLEDGE:

• Basic knowledge of VHF radio operations, trunked systems.
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems, including AC/DC power, building/facility electrical services and vehicle electrical systems. This includes circuit components (diodes, resistors, breakers, etc.
• The ability to explain the difference between frequency bands, VHF versus UHF/800 MHZ
• Knowledge of the FCC rules and regulations governing telecommunications and radio operations.
• Knowledge of the following system components and the ability to troubleshoot them: Antenna, connections, mistuned equipment.

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May work in extreme weather and involve heavy lifting.
• Safely and confidently perform repairs on radio equipment at levels up to 200' working height on a tower.
• May be required to conduct repairs 24/7 in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional overnight travel is required.

• FLSA: Non-exempt
• Individuals in this classification must pass a pre-employment drug screening and/or physical and will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
• The Department of Transportation is a drug-free workplace.
• E-Verify: WYDOT uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
• Individuals in this classification must be available for emergency work calls at any time, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Acceptance of an appointment to this classification signifies that the individual is aware of this requirement and will comply with it. Failure to be available for emergency work, without an acceptable excuse, will be grounds for immediate disciplinary action and possible dismissal.
• Individuals must report to the department Shop within 30 minutes of receiving a call.
• Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
  • Temporary employees accepting a full-time permanent position.
  • Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public.
  • One year of service to WYDOT must be completed; failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive; funds will be recouped from final pay.
  • Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.
  • Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.
  • If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.

045-Department of Transportation - WYDOT-HQ / Emergency Communications

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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.