Job Specification
COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN 1
DEFINITION:
Under the close supervision of the Communications Systems Technician 3
or other supervisory official, does simple installations, tests, sets-up
(configures), troubleshoots and repairs data and voice communication
network hardware systems, including various peripheral devices and
wiring systems associated with minicomputer, microcomputer or
mainframe computer-based systems, Local Area Networks (LAN), and
multi-line telephone systems and equipment; does other related duties
as required.
NOTE: The definition and examples of work for this title are for illustrative
purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all
duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on
the job may not be listed.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Installs, tests, and repairs wiring systems.
Fabricates cables or cable connectors.
Installs inside cables and wires to connect data communication network
hardware.
Troubleshoots problems with wiring systems.
Checks operation of Local Area Network (LAN) and related equipment.
Troubleshoots mechanical or electrical problems in minicomputer or
mainframe hardware systems.
Configures, maintains, and troubleshoots microcomputer, minicomputer,
or mainframe data communication network hardware and equipment.
Operates volt or ohm meters and signal tracers.
Adjusts equipment to manufacturer's specifications.
Installs, tests, troubleshoots, and repairs problems with multi-line
telephone systems and equipment.
Installs computer board components, electronic facsimile communications
hardware, cables and wires to connect multi-line telephone systems and
equipment.
Troubleshoots computer voice communication hardware.
May assist in interpreting blueprints or floorplans and schematics.
Calls for needed services, materials, or information.
Reads journals or other publications for the purpose of keeping abreast
of developments in the field.
Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or
manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office,
or related units.
REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION:
Completion of a vocational, technical, or specialized training program
in computer technology, electrical technology, electronic technology,
electronic engineering technology, telecommunications, computer
operations, or data processing.
NOTE: Applicants who do not possess the required education may
substitute one (1) year of additional experience (general or specific)
as indicated below.
NOTE: An Associate's degree (or 60 college credits) from an accredited
college or university in computer technology, electrical technology,
electronic technology, electronic engineering technology,
telecommunications, data processing, or closely allied field may
be substituted for the required education and one (1) year of
non-supervisory experience.
EXPERIENCE:
Two (2) years of experience in work involving the installation,
maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of electrical or electronic
components, equipment or systems, which shall have included
one (1) year pertaining to data and voice communications network
hardware, related peripheral devices, and associated wiring systems.
LICENSE:
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in
New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee
mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of the theory and principles of electricity.
Knowledge of procedures for installing, testing, and repairing wiring
systems, overhead cables, electrical components, underground cables,
conduit systems, computer systems, and mainframe configurations.
Knowledge of procedures for operating volt or ohm meters,
voltage generators, voltage transformers signal tracers, and
microwave meters.
Knowledge of software utility packages, EVPL and T1-Technology,
Protocol Analyzers, Communication Data Transfer Protocols, and
Communication Controller Configuration.
Knowledge of theory and principles of solid-state circuitry, electronics,
and transistors.
Knowledge of communications software and hardware for
microcomputers, minicomputers, and microprocessors.
Knowledge of procedures for scaffolding and rigging equipment.
Knowledge of procedures for testing mobile radio communications
equipment.
Ability to operate hand and power tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers,
pliers, wire strippers, drills, and tools associated with electrical conduit
and wiring work.
Ability to interpret technical documents, blueprints, schematic drawings,
operations and maintenance manuals and procedures.
Ability to assess, troubleshoot, and repair communications equipment
and systems down to the component level and software line of code
level.
Ability to perform skilled shop work in the maintenance and repair of
data and voice communications network hardware, related peripheral
devices, and associated wiring systems.
Ability to climb poles, bridges or antenna towers, manholes, tunnels,
and attics.
Ability to operate cherry picker, ladder, platform or boom trucks.
Ability to keep records and write reports.
Ability to comprehend, interpret, and evaluate relevant information
from various types of source materials.
Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual
recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or
related units.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English
sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign
Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of
communication.
Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as
they can perform essential functions of the job with or without
reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be
made because it would cause the employer undue hardship,
such persons may not be eligible.
This job specification is applicable to the following title code(s) which
are different work week or work month and/or variants of the job class title: | | Job
Spec
Code | Variant | State,
Local or
Common | Class of
Service | Work
Week | State
Class
Code | Local
Class
Code | Salary
Range | Note | | 43652 | | C | C | 35 | 17 | 13 | C16 | - | | 43653 | | S | C | 40 | 17 | N/A | C18 | - |
This job specification is for state and local government use.
Salary range is only applicable to state government.
Local salaries are established by individual local jurisdictions.
7/07/2018 |
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