Senior Communications Technician

Position Description

Come and join the City of Fresno in achieving our mission of Building a Better Fresno!
Are you ready to be part of a dynamic team supporting essential communications systems in the heart of the City of Fresno? Join us as a Senior Communications Technician and take your expertise to the next level! In this role, you'll provide lead directions to a crew of technicians and perform a variety of complex tasks involving the installation, repair and maintenance of radio receivers, transmitters and related equipment, telephones, video display terminals, and other electronic equipment. If you have experience with telecommunications, enjoy troubleshooting complex systems, and are ready to make an impact, this is your opportunity to contribute to a vital public service while advancing your career in a rewarding field!

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Provides lead direction and participates in the installation, repair and service of electronic communication receiving and transmitting equipment; inspects the work performed by subordinates for accuracy and completeness.

Provides lead direction and participates in the installation, repair and service of scanning receivers, electronic sirens, radar equipment, sound reinforcement systems, video display terminals, telephones, and assorted electronic equipment.

Analyzes communication system performance and makes recommendations. Services and operates a wide variety of electronic test equipment.

Provides technical direction to Communications Technicians in all phases of installation, maintenance, and repair of radio and telecommunications equipment.

Designs and fabricates complex electronic circuits.

Makes radio frequency emission inspections in accordance with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations, and prepares various reports required by the FCC.

Assists new operators in the use of radio and telecommunications equipment. Performs related duties as required.

View We Work For You video to get an inside look at how rewarding it is to work for the City of Fresno:
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Current vacancy exists in the Department of Transportation (FAX). However, this classification also exists in the Information Services Department. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list created, with the option of extending that period at the Citys discretion. Should the competitive process be suspended for this recruitment, the eligibility list may be limited to three (3) months.

Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule

BENEFITS: UNIT 1 Classification - International Union of Operating Engineers, Stationary Engineers- IUOE (Local 39)

HEALTH INSURANCE: The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.
VACATION LEAVE: Accrue 8-15 hours per month.
SICK LEAVE: Eight (8) hours per month, available after 90 days.
SUPPLEMENTAL SICK- 40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum
HOLIDAYS: Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days.
SHORT TERM DISABILITY: Provided through California SDI program.
BILINGUAL PREMIUM: PAY: $100 per month
HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT: Eligible retirees can use remaining Sick Leave balance at 80% of hourly rate and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses, tax free.
RETIREMENT: City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.
DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits includes ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.

Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at
https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1

The Requirements

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination and do not assure placement on the eligible list.

Education and Experience:

Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent GED completion.

AND

Three (3) years of experience installing, maintaining, and repairing radio transmitting and receiving equipment, automotive electrical work, or similar work requiring technical aptitude, programming, and knowledge of electrical or network wiring and/or cabling.

The work experience section MUST be completed with detailed duties, dates and weekly hours worked for each title held. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application and will not be used to evaluate minimum requirements. Applications lacking a completed work experience section may be rejected.

Additional Requirements

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid California Class C Drivers License is required at the time of application and continued maintenance throughout the entire term of employment in this classification.

Depending on assignment area, may be required to obtain and maintain for the entire term of employment, a California Class B Drivers License with passenger endorsement and without airbrake restriction within the probationary period, or within twelve (12) months after being assigned to an area requiring such license.

Recruitment may be limited to a specific area of expertise as required by operational needs. The specific areas of expertise are listed below:

1. Telecommunications
2. Radio systems
3. Computer systems

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that are necessary to safely, effectively, and efficiently perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. This classifications physical demands involve medium work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Additionally, the following physical demands may be required: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, manual dexterity, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, walking.

How To Apply

APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION. PLEASE VISIT WWW.FRESNO.GOV/JOBS TO APPLY. For information on how to complete an on-line application, please view "Instruction Guide" on the City's website, Personnel Services Career Opportunities page, or call (559) 621-6950 for assistance. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.

ALL CORRESPONDENCE regarding this recruitment and exam process will be sent via e-mail. All applicants will acknowledge such understanding when they complete their on-line application. Verify we have your correct e-mail address before you submit your application. It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email frequently to ensure they receive all pertinent communication from the Personnel Services Department on a timely basis. Applicants will receive an automatically generated confirmation e-mail upon a successful application submittal. The e-mail is the only proof of submittal.

It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email account and to ensure it is set up to accept emails from the City of Fresno. Dependent upon your settings, notices from the City of Fresno may be directed to the "junk mail" or "spam" folders. It is the applicant's responsibility to check these folders.

Applications must be submitted by midnight on the filing deadline or they will not be accepted for any reason. FOR THIS RECRUITMENT, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT PERMANENT FRESNO CITY EMPLOYEES APPLY THROUGH PEOPLESOFT SELF-SERVICE.

Selection Process

The selection process may consist of the following:

Application review - Qualifying Only: Applications which meet the minimum qualifications will be reviewed and a limited number of the most qualified candidates will be invited to the Oral Examination. Selection of the most qualified candidates will be based upon those applications demonstrating the greatest breadth and depth of applicable education, experience, skills and training. Therefore, applicants are urged to submit sufficiently detailed information in their application materials for evaluation.

ORAL EXAMINATION: 100%: A panel of subject matter experts will conduct a job-related oral examination to evaluate a candidates knowledge of proper use of tools/equipment used in telecommunications, communication and electronic theory and its application to municipal communications systems and general questions related to appropriate safety practices, work orders, rules and regulations; or other topics related to a candidates training, experience and qualifications for the position of Senior Communication Technician. Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list.

Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list.

The Oral Examination is tentatively scheduled for the week of December 8, 2025.

Veteran Preference Regulations

Candidates applying for veteran's preference are required to submit a copy of their DD214 with their application during the specified filing period. Evidence must be presented to indicate that the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service. Veterans, including City employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examination for which veteran's preference credit is requested. Qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score.

Additional Information

HOW TO ATTACH DOCUMENTS TO OUR ONLINE APPLICATION:
1. Your document must first be scanned and saved to a computer or thumb drive (save as the document name.)
2. Then go to www.fresno.gov/jobs > City of Fresno Jobs > Apply On-Line.
3. Enter the same Login Information (Username & Password) that is going to be used for the job you are applying to.
4. Under the section My Career Tools (located towards the top of the page), Select Cover Letters & Attachments, and then Add Attachments towards the bottom.
5. For Attachment Type, choose the most appropriate option (i.e. DIPLOMA/TRANSCRIPTS or DD214.)
*If you do not see an appropriate choice, you may use Reference Attachments. Under Attachment Purpose, you can TYPE a description.
6. Then Select Add Attachment and hit the Browse button to locate your attachment.
7. Once you have selected your attachment, select Open, hit Upload and then Save & Return.
8. After you confirm your attachment has been uploaded, then proceed to fill out your online application.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination.

Closing Date/Time: 11/20/2025

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