Law Enforcement Equipment Technician 2

If you answer YES to any of these questions this is the perfect opportunity for you!

• Are you a self-starter with automotive or electrical equipment service and repair experience?
• Do you thrive in a team environment?
• Do you want a position with career growth opportunities?

About the Agency & Division:

The WSP actively supports Diversity, Equity, Inclusion in the workplace, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The WSP strives to create and foster an inclusive culture inspiring everyone to be their authentic selves, speak openly, and be courageous. The WSP continues to focus on equitable hiring, training, and promotional practices and policies through innovative recruitment and retention solutions.  Partnering with our communities helps the WSP provide the best in public safety services now and into the future.

The Property Management Division (PMD) is responsible for providing comprehensive facilities management through the capital and operating budget process. The Property Management Division falls within the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Bureau and consists of three sections, the Facilities Section, the Fleet Section, and the Supply Section.

This position provides critical support to the mission of the organization by installing and maintaining equipment that enhances the operational abilities of the agency. The installation of safety equipment reduces the risk to Field Operations personnel while performing public safety services.

This position installs and removes radio communications, electronic equipment, mobile data systems, mobile video systems, emergency lighting systems, and other related safety equipment used in Washington State Patrol vehicles.

Our new teammate will be able to:

• Install and remove two-way radio communication systems, mobile data systems, speed measuring devices, mobile video systems, microprocessor controlled sirens, emergency lighting, signaling equipment, vehicle identification markings, and prisoner restraint partitions

• Perform critical alignment

• Complete operational testing, programming, and initial troubleshooting of malfunctioning VHF two-way radio communication systems

• Act in a quality control capacity to ensure outfitted vehicles are in compliance with Federal Communications Commission regulations

• Work independently using detailed plans

• Interact with supervisor, customers and vendors to schedule and perform work

Required Qualifications:

• High school completion (or equivalent GED)
• Two years' experience with automotive/electrical installation, service and repair. (One year training/education will substitute.)
• Proficient in the use of common shop tools such as hand and power tools

If you have gotten this far and are thinking you do not qualify, consider again. It may be that lived experience, volunteer positions, or a combination of experience and education could demonstrate your ability to perform the duties within this job. If you are excited about this role but you're not sure if your experience or held credentials  align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway and contact the HR Consultant below to discuss your situation specifically. You may just be the needed candidate for this or other roles.

Why work for the Washington State Patrol?

• Continuous growth and development opportunities.

• Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work

• Employment opportunities that recognize military veterans and/or military spouse per Governor Executive Order 19-01

• Qualification for the Public Loan Forgiveness Program

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

WSP Policy 1.04.020 - WSP does not engage in, or assist with, civil immigration enforcement, therefore; In no stage of the hiring process will the immigration status of family members of the candidate be investigated by the Washington State Patrol.

Questions?

Please contact Erica Alvarado at (360) 704-2293 or via e-mail at erica.alvarado@wsp.wa.gov.

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