$62.65-$76.14 Hourly / $10,859.00-$13,197.00 Monthly / $130,312.00-$158,366.00 Yearly
1. Directs the maintenance and operations of the computerized telecommunications system at the Central Fire Alarm Station, Fire Stations and auxiliary agencies of the Fire Dept. throughout the city.
2. Directs the activities of technical and operating personnel engaged in the maintenance and operation of this system.
3. Supervises the training, development and evaluation of subordinate personnel to insure the availability and efficient operation of communications, computers and associated subsystems; conducts training sessions for field maintenance personnel as required to provide proper coordination with the Control Center Communications complex.
4. Monitors Control Center activities, evaluates developing operational difficulties, anticipates potential problems, implements correctional measures, plans alternate solutions, recommends new methods or procedures.
5. Conducts regularly scheduled tests of the Command and Control system on emergency power; also, in manual mode without the computers, as necessary to maintain competence and efficient operations.
6. Prepares plans, estimates work schedules, requisitions materials and supplies; assists with preparation of the annual budget; prepares reports and maintains required records.
7. Attends meetings; maintains cooperative working relations with other City departments, Central Station and auxiliary Fire Alarm Companies, Utility Companies and the general Public.
Requires comprehensive knowledge of principles, capabilities and operation of computers, digital data and audio communication systems.
Requires ability to: Understand and coordinate entire system networks and to diagnose, repair and maintain complex digital and analogue circuitry; plan, assign and supervise the work of subordinate personnel, review and analyze drawings and plans, maintain operating records and prepare related reports.
Requires a high degree of skill: In the use of test instruments and equipment; application of theory procedures and techniques to the installation, maintenance and repair of computer assisted telecommunications systems; sufficient skill to accurately type 25 words per minute; strength to perform medium manual work; unimpaired hand and finger dexterity, good hearing and eyesight with color discernment sufficient to distinguish reds, greens and yellows.