Vehicle Equipment Installer bei Marion County Sheriff's Office, FL

About the Department

This is skilled work at the journeyman level in law enforcement equipment installation, maintenance, diagnosis and repair of both fixed and mobile radios. The position also requires the installation, maintenance and diagnosis of computer and audio/visual equipment to include mobile data terminals and camera systems. The position involves hands on work with equipment as well as diagnosis, repair and programming through computer software programs.

Position Duties

Duties:
A. Abide by the "Law Enforcement Code of Ethics." 
B. Install agency equipment including radios, light bars, camera systems, special lighting and equipment triggers and related accessories and wiring. 
C. Coordinate with the I.T. department for required programming of technology items to include mobile data terminals, cameras, cradle points, etc. 
D. Ensure the patrol deputy is knowledgeable in the operation of any new system installed by a Fleet Rado Technician. 
E. Diagnose, locate, and repair defects in installed agency equipment or arrange for replacement as needed. 
F. Coordinate the return or other warranty service of any faulty equipment. 
G. Upfit vehicles with law enforcement equipment’s as required for agency use. 
H. Assist other Fleet personnel as necessary. 
I. Modify, update and clean spare equipment for emergency use. 
J. Monitor and track radio shop inventory to assist in equipment ordering decisions. 
K. Clean own work area and assist in total shop cleanliness. 
L. Attend schools or seminars required to maintain certification and keep abreast with current applied technology. 
M. Be alert for conditions or situations which inhibit efficient operation of the Fleet/Radio shop and make recommendations for solutions. 
N. Ensure all equipment disposals are properly completed and documented. 
O. Perform other duties, as assigned, including modified schedule or temporary re-assignment during declared emergency or activations, as determined by the Sheriff.

Minimum Qualifications

JOB PREREQUISITES: 
High School Diploma or GED. 
EVT Emergency Technician Certification. 
Minimum two years’ experience in the maintenance and repair of emergency lighting equipment. 
Knowledge of the standard tools, materials, methods and testing electronic devices. 
Must possess fabricating ability. 
You will be required to obtain your FCC 1 and 3 license within the probation period. 
Extensive knowledge of the principles and theory of electricity and electronics. 
Physical agility to lift medium to heavy objects, and to stoop, bend, climb, and reach during work on electronic equipment. 
Possession of a valid Florida Driver's License. 
Proficiency in reading, writing, and understanding the English language.
Ability to interpret the work from technical sketches, schematics, and diagrams. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS: 
Maintain EVT Law Enforcement Technician Certification. 
Maintain FCC license Element 1 and 3. 
Maintain a valid Florida driver's license. 
Must be able to follow instructions. 

Other Qualifications

WORKING CONDITIONS: 
Both indoor and open shop environments. Exposure to possible electrical hazards. Requires stooping, bending, and stretching when installing equipment in vehicles. Routine lifting of objects up to fifty (50) pounds. Normal daytime hours, but subject to being called out, and may be required to work overtime when necessary. 

ADA: 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Work environment requires frequent walking, standing, some lifting and carrying objects of moderate weight ten (10) to fifty (50) pounds and/or the operation of vehicles, office, shop keyboard or hand tools in which manipulative skills and hand eye coordination are important for safe and/or productive operations. 
Environmental hazards: The job may risk exposure to extreme heat and/or cold, bright/dim light, dusts and pollen, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, fumes and/or noxious odors, traffic, moving machinery, and toxic and/or poisonous agents. 
Sensory requirements: The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing, speaking, color perception, sense of smell, depth perception and texture perception.

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the Sheriff’s Office to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations. Nothing in this job description prevents management from assigning different or additional duties or modifying the job description at any time.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.