Technician II – Transportation Audio and Video (AV)

Technician II – Transportation Audio & Video (AV)

Reports to: Director – Transportation

PC #: 15908

Grade 804

239 Days

Salary: $40,152 - $48,374

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Position Purpose

Oversees and manages the school bus video and audio technology systems. Retrieves bus video upon request from Transportation Management staff and campus administrators in an effort to maintain a safe school bus environment, and support District investigatory purposes. Stores and distributes video in accordance with local and federal privacy policies. Assists in the maintenance, repair and replacement of video and audio systems. Programs, maintains, monitors, repairs, evaluates, integrates, and updates the various electronics and telematics componentry used in the District transportation vehicles, including but not limited to Camera systems, 2-way radios, driver tablets, and Global Positioning Systems (GPS).

Essential Job Functions

• Performs video retrieval, storage, video system installation, operation, and troubleshooting.
• Provides Customer Service support by phone and email to department and campus staff requesting bus video.
• Maintains inventory of buses with video systems and equipment inventory of video recording and playback equipment.
• Maintains a library of digital videos held in suspense and delivers videos via network to district administrative personnel and law enforcement officials upon request.
• Manages transportation video file access, software, and system upgrades.
• Assists in the administration of hardware, software, and peripheral applications throughout the Department in collaboration with Division of Technology.
• Collaborates with outside vendors to troubleshoot technological issues with equipment and software.
• Makes basic repairs to broken or damaged technology equipment, along with repairs to faulty installations.
• Installs, evaluates, and removes transportation technology systems and components.
• Trains designated staff/drivers on all bus technology systems.
• Travels to various District bus lots to carry out assigned responsibilities.
• Assists with school bus routes as needed to support the operational needs of the department.
  
  

Safety

• Performs preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensures equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follows established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing; operates tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Corrects unsafe conditions in work area and promptly reports any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
  
  

Personal Work Relationships

• All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District's mission, vision, and strategic goals.
• Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic.
• Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer.
• Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork. Responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations.
  
  

Other Duties As Assigned

• Performs all job-related duties as assigned and in accordance to the Board rules, policies and regulations. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of on-bus technologies (such as video monitoring systems, GPS, and radio systems).
• Knowledge of safety protocols, including District rules and regulations, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), and Texas rules of the road.
• Skill in providing exceptional service to both internal and external customers.
• Skill in interpersonal relationships, including using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.
• Ability to move, operate, lift, and store equipment.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry vehicle technology components/parts (50 pounds and over).
• Ability to frequently enter and exit vehicles with floor level generally being 13-66 inches above the ground.
• Ability to work in uncomfortable environments (such as exposure to extreme cold and heat without air conditioning, exposure to water, dust, irritants, and so forth).
• Ability to work in a team environment, including teams from other departments.
• Ability to use software to access databases, create spreadsheets, and do word processing.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written forms.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
  
  

Travel Requirements

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
  
  

Physical & Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals; ladders, scaffolds, cherry picker lifts (in excess of 18 feet long), and bucket truck.
• Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; bending/stooping, squatting/crouching, pushing/pulling, twisting, and balancing.
• Motion: Climbing ladders/scaffolding/stairs; crawling in confined spaces; walking.
• Lifting: Occasional lifting and carrying (100 pounds and over); frequent moderate lifting and carrying (50 pounds and over); and/or constant light lifting and carrying (20 pounds and over).
• Environment: Working out of vehicle (mobile between 3 locations); frequently exposed to weather elements, extreme heat, extreme cold, as well as noise from the vehicle and environment, limited exposure to fumes (soldering with lead); works in high and exposed places, confined crawl spaces; possible exposure to electric shock; may require occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours.
• Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.
• Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.
  
  

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Education:
• Accredited High School diploma, GED, or Texas Certificate of High School Equivalency required;
• Associate's degree from accredited college or university in a technical field preferred.
• Certification/License:
• Clear and valid Texas Driver's License;
• Clear and valid Texas Commercial Driver's License (Class B CDL) or ability to obtain license within 60 days after employment;
• Insurable by the District's insurance carrier.
• Experience: 2-4 years' vehicle/transportation technology preferred.
  
  

Approved Combinations

Education Experience

HS/GED/TxCHSE 4 years

Associate's degree 2 years

Insurability Requirements For All Drivers

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• NO positive drug or alcohol tests including pre-employment, random, post-accident or reasonable suspicion.
• Driving and accident record:
  
  

Valid Texas Department of Public Safety Driver Record Check Type 3A-Certified list of all crashes and violations http://dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/driverrecords.htm

NO more than 2 violations during previous 36 months including:

moving traffic violations (including no more than 1 preventable accident);

failure to provide proof of valid driver's license or proof of insurance;

equipment violations.

NO Driving Under the Influence (DUI) for drug or alcohol.

NO leaving scene of an accident (bodily injury or physical damage).

NO vehicular assault, manslaughter, or homicide.

NO operating a vehicle with suspended or revoked driver's license.

NO reckless driving, speed contests, drag racing, or highway racing.

NO use of a vehicle in commission of a felony.

NO operating a vehicle without owner's permission (unauthorized use or grand theft). ? NO permitting an unlicensed person to drive.

NO speeding more than 20 mph over the posted speed limit.

NO history of a conviction in a commercial or personal motor vehicle.

• Additional restrictions may apply if directed by FWISD's Fleet Insurance Carrier.
  
  

This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.