Emergency Vehicle Equipment Technician

Salary : $40,062.88 - $60,094.32 AnnuallyLocation : Monroe, NCJob Type: Full-Time RegularJob Number: 42500XDepartment: Facilities & Fleet ManagementOpening Date: 11/04/2024General StatementThe Emergency Vehicle Equipment Technician, under general supervision, installs, troubleshoots, and repairs emergency vehicle systems, including mobile radios, mobile computers, mobile in-car video systems, license plate readers, and other law enforcement vehicle equipment. Essential FunctionsResponds to reports of equipment malfunctions; troubleshoot and repair or replace equipment to restore vehicles to operation.Installs electronics into vehicles, including light bars, laptop mounts, DVRs, sirens, recording devices, remote start systems, and microphones.Upfits vehicles with a variety of equipment, including prisoner transport seating, partitions, firearm mounts, equipment storage units, modified interior/exterior panels, and K-9 equipment.Installs electrical wiring, connect electrical fittings, drill holes, and perform all physical tasks associated with modifying vehicles for the installation of electronic equipment.Designs and constructs vehicle-specific cable assemblies and sub-assemblies necessary for mobile vehicle installations.Develops wiring routes throughout vehicles to provide for the most efficient wiring paths and to enable future replacement and troubleshooting.Designs and fabricates fixtures; modifies existing equipment using mig welder, plasma cutter, lathe, and shear/brake.Performs multi-point inspections of vehicles.Keeps accurate records and maintains an orderly work environment and sufficient equipment stock levels.Performs other duties as assigned. QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience:Two years of full time experience in the automotive field with exposure to the installation of electronic equipment into vehicles involving disassembly and reassembly of vehicle components, or an associate's degree in automotive or electronic technology or related field from an accredited college or university.Licenses or Certifications:Must have a valid Driver's License and be able to maintain a safe driving history as defined by the Union County Vehicle Use Policy. Special Requirements: Responds as necessary on weekends, holidays, varying shifts, and odd hours or emergency call back. Must pass criminal background check to meet DCIN requirements.Supplemental InformationPHYSICAL DEMANDSMust be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including, a motor vehicle, computers, welder, plasma cutter, lathe, etc. Must be physically able to read and distinguish the specific colors and color codes associated with electrical wiring; possess manual dexterity and steady hands to be able to grasp and manipulate objects; and wear a respirator. Must be able to move objects weighing up to 100 pounds with assistance or by wheeled conveyance and lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted. Physical demand requirements are for Medium Work and may include climbing ladders and working in confined spaces.WORK ENVIRONMENTWork is performed in an environment where the employee may be subject to noise, vibration, and cold or hot temperatures. INSURANCE PROGRAMS HEALTH INSURANCEAll full-time employees and their eligible dependents can participate on the first day of the first full month of employment. You must sign up for coverage within your first 30 days of employment or wait until the annual enrollment period. Health Reimbursement Account Preventative Care Coverage Prescription Coverage Vision CoverageDENTAL INSURANCE All full-time employees and their eligible dependents can participate on the first day of the first full month of employment. You must sign up for coverage within your first 30 days of employment or wait until the annual enrollment period.LIFE INSURANCE Basic Term life Insurance in the amount of one times the annual salary is provided for all full-time and benefitted part-time employees. Additional coverage is available for purchase through payroll deduction for the employee and eligible dependents.FINANCIAL PROGRAMS RETIREMENT Membership in the North Carolina Local Government Employees Retirement System is a requirement for all full-time and benefitted part-time employees. Employees contribute six percent (6%) of their annual compensation before it is taxed. If you leave County service before retirement, you may withdraw your retirement contributions or elect to freeze your contributions in anticipation of future local government employment. If you have five (5) years of service, you are 100% vested in the NCLGERS. NC401(k)The NC401(k) supplemental retirement program is available to full-time and benefitted part-time employees. The County establishes this 401(k) account for each eligible employee and makes a five percent (5%) contribution based on biweekly earnings. Employees may elect to make voluntary contributions through payroll deduction.457 DEFERRED COMPENSATIONThe 457 Deferred Compensation program is available to all employees through payroll deduction. Deferred compensation is a voluntary investment plan to supplement retirement income and to defer taxable income. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS Options are available to regular full-time and benefitted part-time employees who wish to use pre-tax dollars for eligible medical, pharmacy, dental, vision, and daycare expenses. The Flex Debit Card program gives you instant access to your account funds.Health Care Spending AccountSection 125 of the IRS Code allows yearly voluntary enrollment to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible health care expenses.Dependent Care Spending AccountSection 125 of the IRS Code allows yearly voluntary enrollment to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible dependent care expenses.DIRECT DEPOSIT Deposit of your paycheck will be made to checking or savings accounts in a bank of your choice.CREDIT UNION Local Government Federal Credit Union membership is available to all employees. Once you join, you can remain a member for as long as you choose. Immediate family members such as: spouse, children, stepchildren, brothers, sisters and parents can all become members.TRUISTNo Overdraft Fees$100 Negative Balance BufferOnline and Mobile Banking with Bill PayLEAVE PROGRAMS VACATION LEAVE Vacation leave is accrued based on creditable years of service in the Local Government Employees Retirement System.SICK LEAVE For full-time County employees, sick leave accrues at eight (8.0) hours per month. Benefitted part-time employees accrue prorated sick leave based on a percentage of the full-time rate. Your unused sick leave balance can be applied as creditable service toward a service retirement under the guidelines of the NCLGERS.SICK LEAVE TRANSFER FROM OTHER AGENCIES Unused sick leave earned from another North Carolina Governmental Agency and/or entity, will be accepted and transferred to the County as follows: twelve (12) sick leave days will be transferred and added to the employees active sick leave balance after completion of six (6) months of employment. The remaining balance of sick leave documented for transfer at the time of employment will be recorded in the employees permanent personnel file. On the fifth anniversary of employment with the County, the remaining balance of transferred sick leave will be added to the employees active sick leave balance.HOLIDAYS There are 12 County recognized holidays per year with 1 floating holiday available.MILITARY LEAVE Annual Training - 10 paid workdays granted.Active Duty - 20 paid workdays granted.CIVIL LEAVE Paid leave is provided to full-time or regular part-time County employees called for jury duty or as a witness of the court for the federal or state government, or a subdivision thereof.FAMILY & MEDICAL LEAVE ACT Federal law provides job protection and continuation of existing paid health insurance during 12 weeks of leave, paid or unpaid, to an eligible employee for qualifying events. These events can include birth or adoption, and serious illness of an immediate family member, or of the employee.PAID PARENTAL LEAVEParental Leave provides the employee paid leave for the first eight weeks of approved FML for the birth of a son or daughter, or placement with the employee of a son or daughter for adoption or foster care.ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE Educational Leave is available to regular full-time and benefitted part-time employees when participating in a job-related, short course, such as an update, not to exceed ten (10) consecutive working days. VOLUNTEER TIME OFFVolunteer Time Off will provide employes with 16 hours of paid time per calender year to volunteer at approved Union County community partner agencies. OTHER PROGRAMS EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM The Employee Assistance Program is open to all employees and their dependents. It is a confidential service provided at no cost to the employees of the County. EAP provides certified counselors who administer assessment and brief therapy to employees who want help with a variety of personal and work-related issues such as stress, parenting concerns, grief, alcohol/drug use, family problems, financial concerns, and work-related problems.AQUATIC AND FITNESS CENTER We believe that staying healthy is more than just exercising regularly and eating well. Individual and family discount membership and monthly dues are available to full-time and benefitted part-time employees through payroll deduction.NATIONAL COLLEGE SAVINGS PROGRAM The National College Savings Program is open to all employees. The Program is designed to provide certain tax advantages, encourage and facilitate saving to pay the costs of attending eligible institutions.01 Do you have a valid driver's license and clean driving record? Yes No 02 Are you able to work a flexible schedule including after hours and weekends? yes no 03 Do you have an Associate's Degree in automotive or electronic technology? Yes No 04 Do you have at least two (2) years of related automotive experience? Yes No 05 Do you have experience or exposure to the installation of electronic equipment into vehicles involving disassembly and reassembly of vehicle components? If so, please explain. Required Question