Radio Communications Specialist I

Merkel, TX

Full time

R-096471

Job Title

Radio Communications Specialist I

Agency

Texas A&M Forest Service

Department

Field Operations

Proposed Minimum Salary

$22.45 hourly

Job Location

Merkel, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Radio Communication Specialist I, under the direction of the Incident Response Logistics Coordinator and Lead Radio Communication Specialist, communicate effectively with TFS managers and interface with other state agency personnel, maintain compliance with FCC rules and regulations, ensure that all TFS communications and computer software is properly licensed and programmed accordingly. Install, modify, diagnose and repair TFS digital computer systems and FM radio transceiver communication systems. Perform documentation or data entry necessary tomaintain service logs, asset control, inventory control and cost accounting systems. Respond to a variety of wildfire and all-hazard incidents and provide logistical support as needed. The location for this position will be determined based on candidate selection.

Responsibilities:-Under the direction of the Incident Response Logistics Coordinator and Lead Radio Communication Specialist, communicate effectively with TFS managers and interface with other state agency personnel-Install, modify, diagnose, and repair TFS digital computer systems and FM radio transceiver communications systems. Installing cable connections, calculating power loss. Basic troubleshootingand diagnostics. Radio programming, installing computer software, new computer set-up, andcomputer virus identification and removal. (May require extended bending, reaching, stooping,kneeling, squatting, and sitting.)-Perform documentation or data entry necessary to maintain service logs, asset control, inventory control, and cost accounting systems, Manage and account for TFS credit cards in accordance with applicable laws, policies, rules, procedure,and guidelines-Manage and account for assigned TFS property-Participate in agency-sponsored training, programs and activities (May require infrequent travel in State vehicles with overnight stays).

-Maintain compliance with FCC rules and regulations. Ensure that all TFS communications and computer software be properly licensed and programmed accordingly.-Available for emergency response and to establish emergency field communications systems as required. (May require working long hours with minimal rest and in primitive conditions. May also require exposure to harsh environmental conditions such as wind, sunlight, smoke, rain, and temperature extremes. May also require walking long distances, standing for extended periods and twisting. May also require driving motor vehicles long distances and lifting and carrying heavy objects. Emergency response may result in exposure to emotionally stressful situations for extended periods of time.)

-Other duties as assigned.

Benefits: Texas A&M University System strives to support the health and wellness needs of our diverse workforce. Texas A&M Forest Service offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and long-term dis ability insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off and health and lifestyle programs as well as educational incentives and tuition reimbursement opportunities. Some additional benefits include the ability to accrue compensatory time off, overtime on emergency response and a physical fitness incentive of $500 for passing the arduous test (walk three miles wearing a 45-pound pack in 45 minutes or less) each year.

Education and Experience:Required Education: Associates degree.

Preferred Education: Associate degree in Applied Sciences or two (2) year equivalent technical degree, with specialization in FM communications and computer repair.

Required Experience: Five (5) years in the field of customer service.

Preferred Experience: Five (5) to ten (10) years of proven customer service field experience. Experience working with FM communications systems with a wildland fire agency. Holds Amateur Radio License.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Required Knowledge: Use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Working knowledge of FM communications and computer (PC) assembly , repair and maintenance;Required Abilities: Ability to become familiar with basic knowledge of Incident Command System (ICS).. Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses: Required: Valid Texas Driver’s License. Completion of IS-100, IS-700 and L-180. Become NWCG qualified as Radio Operator (RADO) and Incident Communications Technician (COMT).

Preferred: NWCG qualifed as Incident Communication Technician (COMT)

Other Requirements: Required: Availability to respond to emergencies and establish emergency field communication systems as required.

Applicant Instructions:

Resume and transcript (if applicable) are REQUIRED to be uploaded to application.   References are required to be entered in the secondary questionnaire section of the application. Ce rtifications are preferred to be uploaded to the application . Documents/certifications can be uploaded in the " My Experience " page in the " Resume/CV section.  More than one document can be uploaded; just click the "Upload" button for each document.  Documents can only be loaded at this time and cannot be uploaded once the application is submitted .  If there are any issues uploading documents, please contact 979-458-6690 . Please check your spam folder in case more information is sent in regards to this position.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Fulfilling the service component of a land-grant university system, Texas A&M Forest Service is a proud member of The Texas A&M University System.  Celebrating 100 years of service, this state agency was created in 1915 by the 34th Texas Legislature. Each state in the nation has a state forestry agency, but Texas was the first to establish its state forestry agency as part of a land-grant college. Texas A&M Forest Service is recognized as the leader in defining forestry for the future of Texas and the nation. Applied programs include forest and tree development; wildfire prevention, mitigation, and protection; urban and community forestry; and a host of innovative forest sustainability programs. Texas A&M Forest Service works to ensure the state’s forests, trees, and related natural resources are conserved and continue to provide a sustainable flow of environmental and economic benefits.

Texas A&M Forest Service Career Site (https://tfsweb.tamu.edu/Careers/)

Benefits - Besides getting to work for a highly-acclaimed state forestry agency with top-notch staff, there are many tangible benefits that go along with working with Texas A&M Forest Service .  Exceptional health insurance is a huge economic benefit for employees.  In addition to medical and life insurance, there are also options of dental, vision, long-term disability, and more.  Paid vacation and sick leave and strong retirement plans round out a great benefit package.

Texas A&M Forest Service is an Equal Opportunity / Veterans / Disability Employer.

If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (979) 458-6690.