Radio Technician (Trades Technician III)

OVERVIEW OF ATHENA:

ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients’ Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees’ Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers’ needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are currently recruiting for a Trades Technician lll. The Trades Technician lll is responsible for performing a wide variety of advanced technical support for the VA Department of the Corrections, including but not limited to the maintenance and repair of the two-way radio system, which includes VHF, UHF, and 800 MHZ base station transmitters, receivers and related linking systems and related duties as assigned. This FULL-TIME position starts at $25.00 per hour and is a REMOTE position.

Must visit each institution at least quarterly, or as needed, to repair or recommend replacement of radios or components. Will be responsible for conducting annual inventories for all locations within their region. A state vehicle and fuel card will be provided for transportation

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.

● Programs, adjusts, aligns, tests, and maintains radios and related electronic equipment using a wide variety of hand tools, computers, software, and test instruments.

● Installs and maintains radios and related system equipment located at remote radio sites throughout Virginia.

● Repairs and maintains battery chargers, electrical circuits, and related equipment that support the radio system.

● Provides daily problem resolution for various hardware and software problems related to the operation of the radio system and wireless services.

● Takes a lead role in diagnosing problems, troubleshooting electronic systems and equipment, and selecting and performing technical repairs at both system and component level.

● Operates and maintains digital and analog electronic test equipment working in shop and field settings.

● Orders parts and materials as necessary to maintain inventory for routine and emergency maintenance and repairs.

● Provides customer support assistance with technical questions related to operations of the radio system and related equipment.

● Assists with coordinating vendor and contractor service on tower mounted antennas, shelter equipment and standby power generators and wiring.

● Completes and maintains all equipment maintenance records required.

● Performs preventive maintenance using established testing procedures and prescribed schedule to ensure uninterrupted operation of radio system.

● The selected candidate will be responsible for the Eastern Region of Virginia.

● Candidates must reside in the region that he/she is assigned according to the DOC map.

● Participate in developing department goals, objectives, and systems

● Participate in staff meetings and attend other meetings and seminars as assigned.

● Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures, to continually improve efficiency of the department and services performed.

● Efficiently performs duties as assigned and works as a team within division and company.

● Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

● Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills within the English language.

● Proven, high quality customer service (internal and external customers).

● Ability to work collaboratively.

● Solid ability to analyze situations carefully and adopt appropriate courses of action.

● Ability to understand and adhere to the duties, methods, and procedures required by the position.

● Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

● Ability to prioritize tasks.

● Ability to effectively communicate to large and small group audiences.

● Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

● High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.

● Proficient in Microsoft Word

● Proficient in Microsoft Excel

● Experience with two-way radio communication

Physical Requirements:

● Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

● Must be able to lift and move up to 25 pounds at times.

● Standard hours of work Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.

● Travel may be required up to 10% of the time.

Successful ATHENA employees will display the following characteristics:

● You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future.

● You like to make your employer look good.

● You find solutions, where others only see problems.

● You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well.

● You are aware of the employer’s needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole.

● You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission.

The benefits of working for ATHENA include:

● Support from a team of professionals committed to making your life better.

● Medical, dental and vision insurance.

● Medical and dependent flexible spending account.

● Pet insurance.

● Mass transportation benefit for the Maryland and Washington, D.C. area.

● 401k with a generous employer match.

● Easy to use employee self-serve HR portal.

● Paid time off varies by contract – be sure to inquire with your Recruiter.

● Holiday pay varies by contract – be sure to inquire with your Recruiter.

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The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required. The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party.

ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.