Telecommunications Technician Trainee (IT Operations)

THE POSITION

With supervisor approval, incumbents may be eligible for intermittent remote work; however, they must physically reside within the Sacramento region or have the ability to regularly report to a City of Sacramento physical worksite with little notice.

This entry level position is part of the Information Technology (IT) Department's IT Operations Division, under the Network and Telecom group. The position will work under the technical direction of higher classified telecommunications technicians and/or engineers. The Telecommunication Technician Trainee will support communications equipment and low voltage electrical systems used in public safety mobiles, including but not limited to cars, motorcycles, helicopters, boats and other motorized equipment. Additionally, this position will support low voltage systems including Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV), Community Antenna Television (CATV), data and fiber cabling, parking control, and facility alerting and paging.

IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT
The ideal candidate will be able to support the Telecom group with the foundational skills in electronic technology, radio communications systems, or closely related field, including basic electronic fundamentals, with additional training in narrowband, or broadband radio theory. An ideal candidate will also understand vehicle electronics, including charging systems, Direct Current (DC) power distribution, and DC switches.
To perform entry level work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of all types of telecommunications equipment.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the entry level of the Telecommunications Technician series. Incumbents perform the less difficult work and are considered to be in a training status. They received direct supervision and are not expected to perform the full range of duties assigned to the journey level.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Direct supervision is provided by the Telecommunications Supervisor. Technical supervision may be provided by a Telecommunication Technician II.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

UNDER SUPERVISION TO LEARN TO

- Adjust and tune Federal Communication Commission transmitters.
- Install and maintain radio base equipment, modems, transmission lines, microwave, repeater stations, diversity receivers, consoles, display systems, and communications controllers.
- Conduct frequent checks of equipment, including test instruments, for preventative maintenance and to ensure compliance with Federal Communications Commission rules and regulations.
- Keep accurate records of communications systems performance, work accomplished, and other information.
- Operate a variety of digital and analog electronic diagnostic equipment.
- Perform related duteis as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

- Principles, practices, and procedures of electronic circuitry systems and electronic systems as applied to communications installation, maintenance, and repair.
- Tools, methods, and equipment used in communications systems testing and repair.
- Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions required in electrical and electronic work.
- Recordkeeping and reporting procedures.
- Radio frequency principles including transmission lines and emission, as well as digital and display technology.

Ability to:

- Install, service, and repair communications equipment.
- Interpret plans and schematic drawings.
- Operate a variety of electronic diagnostic equipment.
- Identify electrical and electronic problems or potential problems and take steps to effectively resolve them.
- Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
- Work safely and under varying conditions.

Experience and Education:

Experience:

One year of experience in communications systems installation, maintenance, and repair work.

Education:

One year of specialized training in electronics and electronic circuitry. A two year degree in electronics can be used as a substitution for the experience requirement.

PROOF OF EDUCATION

Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment. Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable.

An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment.

Special Qualifications:

Driver License:

Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at the time of appointment. Loss of the Class C License is cause for discipline. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Ability to acquire certification as technically qualified to perform transmitter installation, operation, maintenance, and repair by either the National Association of Business and Education Radio, the Associated Public Safety Communications Officers, or the Special Industrial Radio Service Assocation.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD:

Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status.

THE SELECTION PROCEDURE

Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox.

1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline ;

• Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted.
• Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified:
  • If applicants do not list current and/or past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week).

• If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section.
• Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application. Proof of education will be required at time of appointment.
• Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.
• If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application or emailed to the Employment Office by the final filing deadline . Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C.
• Applicants are responsible for attaching a copy of their DD214 to each position for which they apply.

2. Training and Experience Exam : (Weighted 100%) - The questions located at the end of the application are the Training and Experience (T&E) Exam. Responses to the T&E questions will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. The exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. When completing the T&E questions, please note:

• Responses to the T&E questions must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted.
• A resume will not substitute for the information required in the T&E questions.

3. Eligibility : Candidates who pass the Training and Experience Test will be placed on the eligible list. The hiring department may contact candidates for interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. Candidate’s eligibility expires one year from the date of notification of a passing score for the Telecommunications Technician Trainee examination.

4. Screening Committee : (Pass/Fail)- All candidates that pass the examination and are in one of the top three ranks will have their application forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department.

5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment.

QUESTIONS:
For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process:

• Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process.
• For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627.
• Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment ;
• Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or
• Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726

Bilingual Pay
Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary.

Pension Reform Act
The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Additional Information
Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf

Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html

Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf

Closing Date/Time: 12/2/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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