Technician I

Summary

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include the following

• Other duties may be assigned.
• Installs equipment, including but not limited to cameras, detectors, and controller cabinets.
• Installs electrical conductors, data conductors, fiber optic cable, pull boxes, conduit, poles, and foundations.
• Connects electrical conductors to power services to energize equipment.
• Tests devices to ensure proper operation.
• Prepares and completes reports, logs, and shift-to-shift communications in accordance with established policies, procedures, and local practices.
• Responds to corrective maintenance requests or alarms within established timeframes.
• Diagnoses and repairs hardware, software, and system issues.
• Reports the technical status of the system accurately and completely.
• Driving is an essential function of this position. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record throughout employment.

Required Skills and Experience

• Typically requires a minimum of 0 to 2 years of related experience.
• A Class B CDL is required.
• Basic knowledge of desktop technologies and communications software, including Windows operating systems, serial communications, and TCP/IP concepts.
• Working knowledge of utility locate procedures preferred.
• Technical training or experience with AC/DC electrical systems preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, employees, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to recognize when deviations from established procedures may be necessary and exercise appropriate judgment.

Education

Employment Requirements

• Must successfully complete all required background and drug screenings initiated by TransCore as part of the hiring process.
• When required by the project, must successfully complete FDLE and SLERS background screenings.

Physical Demands / Work Environment