Transit Radio & Communication Systems Specialist

King County Metro Transit’s Facilities Division has an exciting opportunity for a Transit Radio & Communication Systems Specialist. Transit Radio & Communication Systems Specialists work throughout the King County Metro Transit service area, providing a variety of services to our existing and new communication infrastructure on a variety of transit systems. While working independently under the general supervision of the Lead or Facilities Maintenance Supervisor, Transit Radio & Communication Systems Specialists install, maintain, diagnose, troubleshoot, and perform repairs on electronic equipment within transit facilities. Equipment includes building security and access control systems, closed circuit television (CCTV), ORCA payment validation equipment, UHF Digital Mobile Radio (DMR), 700MHz P25 Phase II land mobile radio systems, and digital MPLS microwave systems. Responsibilities Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electronic communication systems including simulcast radio systems, wireless communication equipment, digital trunking systems, digital microwave systems, radio console electronics, fiber optics, mobile and portable radio subscribers, base stations, satellite receiver systems, antenna combiners, isolator cavities, transmission lines, and microwave MUX equipment. Install, configure, troubleshoot, and repair building security and access control systems including access card readers, gate and doorway controllers, CCTV IP and analog cameras, network video recorders, and other backend server controllers. Provide ongoing maintenance and support of existing radio network, including configuring enterprise grade routers, class 2/class 3 switches, LANs, servers, and other networked devices and services. Calibrate equipment to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) standards and manufacturer's specifications. Interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals. Work on project teams for large‑scale installation, commissioning and removal of equipment and system components. Research and track service bulletins and related material to stay abreast of equipment maintenance requirements. Review and provide recommendations on system and equipment specifications as well as construction plans, blueprints and design documents. Maintain records of preventive maintenance and calibrations, completed repairs, time worked, and materials used; enter and extract data using asset management and workorder software. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications A valid General Radiotelephone Operator License (including Elements 1 & 3) issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire. A valid Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) issued by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire. Ability to obtain Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check clearance within six (6) months of hire. Current valid Washington State driver license, with an acceptable driving record. Out‑of‑state candidates must be able to obtain a Washington State driver license within thirty (30) days of hire. Two or more years of experience installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, programming, and repairing fixed and mobile electronic communications equipment, systems, and/or networks; completion of a relevant education program or similar training totaling two or more years, or some combination thereof that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the work. A current valid General Radiotelephone Operator License may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience. Experience and/or related education/training must include the following: Programming and/or configuring radio equipment. Installing and configuring building security and CCTV equipment. Networking, including configuration and/or administration of routers, switches, and servers. Wireless data communications. Wide area network (WAN) and local area network (LAN) technologies. Skilled use of the tools, materials, and procedures used in the operations, maintenance, troubleshooting, servicing, and repair of equipment. Applying knowledge related to the principles of electrical and electronic theory. Use or knowledge of electrical wiring, copper and fiberoptic cabling, electronic circuits, and electrical soldering. Effective troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey technical information to a non‑technical audience. Use of a personal computer, with ability to use Microsoft Office 365 applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams. Desired Qualifications Experience with ORCA payment validation systems, or similar proof‑of‑payment or proof‑of‑fare systems. Experience with Motorola ASTRO P25 and APX subscriber equipment. Experience with Andover Continuum or similar building management systems. Familiarity with Motorola CPS programming software. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) Operator and/or GMDSS Maintainer License with radar endorsement. NABER/ETA/Motorola R‑56 certification. Generic or vendor‑specific certifications in networking, WAN/LAN technologies, routers, switches, and/or system engineering. CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+), CompTIA A+, and/or CompTIA Network+ certifications. Intermediate level of experience using a personal computer, Microsoft operating system, and Microsoft Office 365 applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, as well as experience with asset management databases. Ability to effectively communicate with Metro Transit personnel, public agencies and/or officials, service representatives, and end users. Ability to work effectively with others in a work environment that embraces and encourages diversity in its workforce and where differences are valued. Ability to demonstrate behaviors that include fairness, respect, and inclusiveness. Union Membership This position is represented by the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU), Local 587. Safety Sensitive These positions are considered safety‑sensitive. Applicants for positions defined as safety‑sensitive are required to undergo drug testing prior to employment and, subsequent to the commencement of employment, will be subject to random, post‑accident, reasonable suspicion, return to duty and follow‑up drug and alcohol testing in compliance with Federal DOT alcohol and controlled substances testing program protocols. Work Location and Schedule These positions report to the King County Power Distribution headquarters, located at 2255 4th Avenue S, Seattle, WA 98134. Employees are dispatched from this location to multiple King County facilities located throughout the greater King County area. This position is full‑time, scheduled for 40 hours a week. It is not exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is therefore overtime eligible, with prior supervisory approval. Employees must be available and willing to work any shift (day, swing, or graveyard), weekends, nights, holidays, and call‑outs. This position is not eligible for telework/remote work. Physical Requirements This position will require physical demands such as operating various tools and equipment, including periods of sustained physical effort. Frequent lifting/moving of heavy objects is required, with assistance available when moving items weighing greater than 50 pounds. This position may also include working from heights and use of Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPs) such as aerial lifts, scissor lifts, and bucket trucks, with appropriate fall protection and other personal protective equipment (PPE) provided. Equal Employment Opportunity No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. 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