Communications Equipment Technician

Location: DC/MD/VA Metro Locations; DC-Fort Totten Station

Job Description

THIS JOB OPENING IS BEING USED TO FILL CURRENT AND FUTURE VACANT POSITIONS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION AT VARIOUS SHIFTS, LOCATIONS AND ASSIGNED DAYS OFF.

ORDER OF PREFERENCE: The selection for Maintenance and Construction is made on the basis of fitness and ability with preference given to: Maintenance and Construction District, System-Wide (L689), Authority-Wide and external candidates, respectively.

Qualifications

Minimum Education

• High School Diploma or possession of a General Equivalency Diploma (GED) and two (2) years of Vocational or technical training in Electronics

Twelve (12) months after an employee achieves a particular grade level (i.e. Grades D, C, B, A and AA), he/she shall advance to the next grade level provided he/she has taken and passed the required written and practical test(s), acquired the applicable certifications and has met the other requirements, including fitness for duty, work record, and job performance requirements

Minimum Experience

• One (1) year of experience working in electronic equipment repair of communications systems equipment

Certification/Licensure

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia motor vehicle operator's license issued from state of residence
• Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) Training, Level 2; within the first ninety (90) days of starting job and maintained for the duration of time in job

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate Degree, or vocational or technical school degree in Electronics Technology

Medical Group

Ability to satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this job. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of this job either with or without reasonable accommodations.

Ability to distinguish basic colors for wire and safety identification.

Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks, i.e., frequent lifting of objects weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally to 75 pounds.

Mission Essential Designation

In accordance with the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority's Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) this job has been identified as critical to mission essential functions. Incumbents in this role may be required to report to or continue to work in the event of authorized office closings or service suspensions due to severe weather, natural disaster, fire, operational emergencies or related events.

Job Summary

The Mechanic Communications-Field Equipment Technician performs maintenance, installation and repair on the Authority's communications system equipment. The communications system consists of, but not limited to, Closed Circuit Television (CCTV), Public Address, Fire Alarm, Intrusion and Access Control, Intercom, and associated cabling. The employee performs duties using designated schematic diagrams, manufacturer's specifications and manuals, and test equipment.

Principal Job Duties

• Performs periodic preventive and corrective maintenance of communications equipment. Reads prints, diagrams and schematics of equipment to perform routine maintenance and/or repair of assigned equipment.
• Uses test equipment in the performance of work. Replaces minor parts or components as directed and assists in the installation/relocation of assigned equipment according to authorized work orders.
• Assists higher level technicians in the preventive and corrective maintenance of communications equipment.
• Completes maintenance records on assigned equipment.

Other Duties

• Operates Authority vehicle between work areas as necessary.
• Attends assigned on-the-job and formal training classes.
• Works various assigned shifts, based on a seven-day, 24-hour coverage schedule.
• Complies with Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) safety rules and regulations.

The functions listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

Evaluation Criteria

Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.

Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:

• Skills and/or behavioral assessment
• Personal interview
• Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
• Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
• Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)
• Review of a current motor vehicle report

Closing

WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.

This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.