What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traffic Signal Technician IV - Radio Technician Lead (61032328) position at State of South Carolina?
Provides detailed technical planning and management of SCDOT Radio Frequency (RF) communications systems to include recommendations concerning system design, integration, operation, tower construction and maintenance, and frequency acquisition and allocation. Supervises Communications Supervisors and Communications Technicians. Provides proper and efficient job-costing and cost allocations of work and technical services performed by the section and assures compliance with accounting and budgetary requirements.
Acquires and maintains Federal Communication Commission (FCC) licenses for all SCDOT RF communications. Maintains FCC registration of all towers over 20 ft. Acquires FAA approval and permits for towers and ensures compliance with tower safety regulations and engineering standards. Provide technical and operations guidance for interagency RF communications and shared use of SCDOT facilities. Develops technical specifications used in the purchase of all SCDOT RF communications equipment and integration components and communications towers.
Maintains permanent records/files on all stations, mobile radios, portable radios, tower sites, FCC licenses, repair equipment and spare parts inventory. Develops and ensures compliance with a comprehensive preventative maintenance and replacement program for all SCDOT communications equipment, towers, and emergency power equipment. Performs other related duties as assigned.
A high school diploma and three and one-half (3.5) years of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
The physical demands for the essential functions of this position involve bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, grasping and physically manipulating objects of varying size, shape, weight, and material. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. This position requires driving for extended periods, walking, treading rough and uneven terrain, and working in close proximity to motoring traffic and natural environmental hazards. May be subject to a certain degree of risk working with electrical currents. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies. Frequently exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions and noise on a daily basis.
Acquires and maintains Federal Communication Commission (FCC) licenses for all SCDOT RF communications. Maintains FCC registration of all towers over 20 ft. Acquires FAA approval and permits for towers and ensures compliance with tower safety regulations and engineering standards. Provide technical and operations guidance for interagency RF communications and shared use of SCDOT facilities. Develops technical specifications used in the purchase of all SCDOT RF communications equipment and integration components and communications towers.
Maintains permanent records/files on all stations, mobile radios, portable radios, tower sites, FCC licenses, repair equipment and spare parts inventory. Develops and ensures compliance with a comprehensive preventative maintenance and replacement program for all SCDOT communications equipment, towers, and emergency power equipment. Performs other related duties as assigned.
A high school diploma and three and one-half (3.5) years of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
The physical demands for the essential functions of this position involve bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, grasping and physically manipulating objects of varying size, shape, weight, and material. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. This position requires driving for extended periods, walking, treading rough and uneven terrain, and working in close proximity to motoring traffic and natural environmental hazards. May be subject to a certain degree of risk working with electrical currents. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies. Frequently exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions and noise on a daily basis.
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Salary : $65,000 - $103,900