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FIREFIGHTER INFO & COMM SYSTEMS

• Amendment #1: Change in Shift Information.

• November 13, 2024

• Position ID: 49509

• Job Category: Emergency, Fire and Paramedics Services

• Division & Section: Fire Services, Technology - Radio

• Work Location: Emergency Service Headquarters, 4330 Dufferin Street

• Job Type & Duration: Permanent Full-Time

• Hourly Rate: $47.20 /Hour

• Shift Information: 42 hours per week

• Affiliation: L3888 Firefighters

• Number of Positions Open: 1

• Posting Period: 11-Nov-2024 to 09-Dec-2024

Major Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the section’s Captain, the successful candidate for Wireless & Systems Technician, within the Radio section of the Toronto Fire Services (TFS) Technology Division, will be responsible for maintaining and maximizing benefits from TFS specific communications technology and subscriber devices utilized to support program delivery.

The Wireless & Systems Technician role involves the installation, repair and preventative maintenance of various telecommunications, data communications and electronic equipment, as well as the provision of technical guidance to field personnel. The primary functions associated with this role include, but are not limited to, the following core services:

1. Provides support to the Division on the specific technology applications being implemented and utilized in support of program delivery (e.g. Radio, emergency dispatch applications, NG911 Telephony);

2. Provides support of TFS specific voice and data environments; P25 radio system, fire station alerting system, mobile data terminals, public address equipment, NG911, voice & data recording and retrieval;

3. Specialized installation and maintenance of two-way radio and related equipment (mobile data terminals, audio/video equipment, antenna subsystems, computers, GPS, marine and public address equipment, telephony etc.) in emergency response vehicles, fire stations and other facilities;

4. Provisioning of two-way radio subscriber devices including configuration, programming and specification verification;

5. Ensures telecommunications systems are constantly available and align with TFS disaster recovery and business continuity goals;

6. Provides support of software and hardware. This includes the implementation, installation, configuration, maintenance, system administration, security administration (Cyber-Security), account management, performance tuning, upgrades, firmware/software updates and patching of related servers, client workstations, network switches, telecommunication devices, data centre equipment, backup devices, applications and tools;

7. Applies understanding of security best practices to implement security measures and ensures policy compliance related to dispatch and contact center data protection, privacy, and regulatory standards;

8. Utilizes strong problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve technical issues affecting dispatch and contact center operations. This may involve analyzing system logs, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions to minimize downtime and disruptions;

9. Assesses impact of telecommunications technology on service delivery and develops recommendations, including opportunities for maximizing technology and improving business performance;

10. Evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of deployed or future technologies and contributes to telecommunication systems strategies. Analyzes business requirements, conducts feasibility and participates in cost/benefit studies;

11. Liaises with internal and external stakeholders to resolve technical problems, maintains up to date knowledge of new releases and changes to applications;

12. Designs system specifications; preparing requirements for ensuring proper system testing, implementation and operation;

13. Prepares system and user documentation and supporting information to facilitate transfer of knowledge and provides consultation, technical support and training to the Division on the specific telecommunications technology;

14. Monitors networks and systems for performance and capacity. Analyses and resolves network or circuit issues in a timely fashion;

15. "On-Call" required, twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

1. Post secondary degree or diploma in the field of electronics, telecommunications or computer science or related discipline with several years of progressively more responsible experience in developing/maintaining complex telecommunication systems or the approved equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

2. Proven technical and analytical skills to develop, support, and adapt complex applications such as mission critical fire dispatch systems and data centre operations.

You must also have:

1. Proven commitment to customer service, performance quality and continuous improvement.

2. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills to provide troubleshooting support, prepare technical documentation and reports on problems and to deal effectively with all levels of management and staff.

3. Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.

4. Previous experience in working effectively with a group of multidisciplinary staff in a project team setting.

5. Ability to work with competing demands, prioritize and meet deadlines.

6. The ability to work day, afternoon and night shifts, including weekends and statutory holidays on an "On Call" schedule.

7. Travel within the City of Toronto required.

8. Must be physically able to lift, carry, move heavy equipment, climb ladders and manoeuvre in small spaces.

9. Must possess a Driver's License, Class "G" or better, valid in the Province of Ontario and be able to maintain same

10. Must pass a Police background check

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Accommodation

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