The Job
This recruitment is only open to County of San Bernardino, Fire Department, or Special Districts employees who hold a regular, contract, extra-help, recurrent, Public Service Employee, Work Experience Program (WEX), or intern position. Former PSE, WEX, or interns are eligible to apply up to 6 months from the end of their assignment. ***Your County employment must be clearly listed in your work history.***
The
Telecommunication Services Division of the
Innovation and Technology Department is recruiting for
Communication Technician I , who installs, maintains, and repairs telecommunications, electronics, and network equipment. The Telecommunication Services Division integrates all PBX and VoIP, audio, security, automation, and low voltage electronics. Duties include installing and repairing communication and electronic equipment Countywide; installing and configuring network hardware and software; troubleshooting system malfunctions; and repairing and installing telephone and data electronics, audio, and automated systems.
For a more comprehensive listing of job duties for this classification, please refer to the Communications Technician I job description.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS!!! This position offers competitive County benefits! Click the image below to learn more.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Incumbent must successfully complete a background investigation (fingerprinting and work history/education check) in addition to a job-related physical exam, including a drug test.
Working Conditions: Employees are subject to On-Call duties, 24-hour call back, and may be asked to work during unusual hours, inclement weather and other adverse circumstances. Duties may include working in confined spaces and climbing ladders to install, inspect and maintain equipment.
Travel: Employees will be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation.
Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: Eighteen (18) months, within the last three (3) years, of full-time equivalent experience installing, maintaining, and repairing telecommunications, electronics, PBX's, IP voice, audio, automation, fiber optics, or low voltage electronics.
-AND- REQUIRED EDUCATION: Fifteen (15) semester (23 quarter) units of completed post-high school technical coursework in electronics or communication technology. A list of related coursework must be submitted with the application.
Substitution
: One (1) additional year of qualifying experience may substitute the education requirement.
Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have: - Education in electronics or communication technology.
- Certifications in Cisco and Nortel.
- Current work experience in the industry.
Selection Process
Application Procedure: Complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire bythe filing deadline.
There will be a
competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in your Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. Resumes
will not be reviewed in lieu of work history or answers to supplemental questions. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, may be referred to the hiring department for further review.
All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email . Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk, and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
If you require
technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.
Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process .
Technical & Inspection UnitThe County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
For a summary of benefits,* please click here .
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .
*Retirement benefits subject to change.
Closing Date/Time: 5/10/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
