Highway patrol electronic technician

Ohio Department of Public Safety - Ohio State Highway Patrol

Report In Location - 3665 State Route 4, Bucyrus 44820

Work Hours: 7:00am – 3:00pm; On call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.


Under the direction & guidance of higher-level Highway Patrol Electronic Technician, clean, install, repair, & maintain basic electronic & communication equipment:

• Install all RF mobile & portable electronic equipment (i.e., radios, portables, Vehicle Repeater System (VRS)), various electronic equipment (i.e., emergency light bar, deck lights, corner lights, in-car video system), various wiring harnesses (i.e., control cables, antenna co-ax, Division approved wire harnesses, etc.), various storage boxes, trays, consoles &/or cages into Ohio Department of Public Safety (ODPS) staff vehicles, Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) vehicles, &/or vehicles for other state agencies, which may contain secured ammunition &/or firearms;
• Perform final inspection of all items listed above & on all electronic equipment installed in vehicles for accuracy & completeness;
• Test, repair, &/or refurbish electronic equipment & various wiring harnesses (i.e., control cables, wire harnesses consoles, trays, storage boxes, lights, sirens & other electronic equipment used on &/or in patrol cars; etc.); Repair electronic testing equipment used for monitoring & adjusting;
• Monitor & correct any frequency modulations & power output according to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules & regulations;
• Log repairs performed & adjustments to equipment per FCC guidelines;
• Assist in preparing required reports;
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

• Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

18 mos. exp. in installation, repair & workings of mobile communication equipment or vehicular electronics; for positions requiring travel, must possess & maintain valid driver’s license per Section 4507.02 (A)(1) of Revised Code.

• Or completion of 2 yr. technical program in electronics or radio communications; for positions requiring travel, must possess & maintain valid driver’s license per Section 4507.02 (A)(1) of Revised Code.

• Or completion of associate core program in electronic engineering; for positions requiring travel, must possess & maintain valid driver’s license per Section 4507.02 (A)(1) of Revised Code.

• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above. Note: To meet the minimum qualifications through completion of a 2 yr. technical program, applicants must be able to verify that the technical program consisted of a minimum of 21 credit hours upon completion.

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Exposed to high voltages, inclement weather, dust, dirt, fumes, loud & constant noise; exposed to mosquitoes, rodents, wasps & poisonous snakes at remote tower sites; installations & repairs require working in confined spaces such as under vehicle dashboards & in vehicle trunks; on call 24 hrs; 7 days per week.


This position is essential, meaning the duties this job performs are critical to the continued operations of the Ohio Department of Public Safety during a public safety emergency (OAC 123: 1-46-01 & DAS Directive HR-D-11). This position will be required to report for duty during any public safety emergency.



Background Check Information

• A BCI and FBI fingerprint check, a background check, including a polygraph examination, may be required on all selected applicants.
• A comparative analysis and/or drug-test may be a requirement of the hiring process.
• This position is subject to Federal Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) regulations that prohibit someone to carry, transport, or otherwise possess firearm(s) and/or ammunition from consuming marijuana, including medical marijuana. Medical marijuana is prohibited as a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test for final applicants in this position.

To request a disability accommodation, please email [email protected] as soon as possible, or at least 48 hours prior to the above referenced testing or interview date so any necessary arrangements may be made in a timely manner.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.