County of San Bernardino, CA
Communications Technician I (County Promotional)
County of San Bernardino, CA, San Bernardino, California, United States, 92409
Salary :
$59,737.60 - $81,993.60 Annually Location :
Throughout San Bernardino County, CA Job Type:
Full-time Job Number:
25-03381TEL-02 Department:
Innovation and Technology Department Opening Date:
10/25/2025 Closing Date:
11/7/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
The Job This recruitment is ONLY OPEN to County of San Bernardino, Fire District, or Special Districts employees who hold a regular, contract, extra-help, recurrent, Public Service Employee, Work Experience Program (WEX), or intern position. Former PSE, WEX, or interns are eligible to apply up to 6 months from the end of their assignment. ***Your County employment must be clearly listed in your work history.*** The
Telecommunication Division
of the
Innovation and Technology Department
is recruiting for
Communication Technician I , who install, maintain, and repair telecommunications, electronics, and network equipment. The Telecommunication Services Division integrates all PBX and VoIP, audio, security, automation, and low voltage electronics. Duties include installing and repairing communication and electronic equipment Countywide; installing and configuring network hardware and software; troubleshooting system malfunctions; and repairing and installing telephone and data electronics, audio, and automated systems. For a more comprehensive listing of job duties for this classification, please refer to the Communications Technician I job description. Applications are also being accepted for Communications Technician II and Communications Technician III; a separate applications is required to be considered. EXCELLENT BENEFITS
To review job-specific benefits, refer to:
Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Incumbent must successfully complete a background investigation (fingerprinting and work history/education check) in addition to a job-related physical exam, including a drug test. Travel:
A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained. Working Conditions:
Employees are subject to On-Call duties, 24-hour call back, and may be asked to work during unusual hours, inclement weather and other adverse circumstances. Duties may include working in confined spaces and climbing ladders to install, inspect and maintain equipment. Sponsorship:
Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States at the time of employment.
Minimum Requirements REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
Eighteen (18) months, within the last three (3) years, of full-time equivalent experience installing, maintaining, and repairing telecommunications, electronics, PBX's, IP voice, audio, automation, fiber optics, or low voltage electronics. -AND- REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Fifteen (15) semester (23 quarter) units of completed post-high school technical coursework in electronics or communication technology. A list of related coursework must be submitted with the application. Substitution :
One (1) additional year of qualifying experience may substitute the education requirement.
Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will have: Education in electronics or communication technology. Certifications in Cisco and Nortel. Current work experience in the industry. Selection Process Examination Procedure: There will be a
competitive evaluation
of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
Application Procedure: Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before the deadline:
5:00 PM PST, FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2025 .
Resumes
will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
If you need technical assistance, follow this link to or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at
(855) 524-5627 . Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an and Americans with DisabilitiesAct (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for allemployees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the within one week of the recruitmentfiling deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the
For more important details, Technical & Inspection Unit
San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
Please review the appropriate * for more information
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the for more detailed information.
*Retirement benefits subject to change. 01
PLEASE READ THE STATEMENT BELOW Instructions:
The information provided on your application and in your responses to the following Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for this position, as well as in a
competitive evaluation of qualifications . It is in your best interest to be as thorough as possible in your responses. Resumes will NOT be reviewed to determine qualifications. Applicants will not be able to update their application materials or answers to the questionnaire once the application has been submitted. Note: Experience listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.
I have read and understand the above statement.
02
Current San Bernardino County Employment Status:
If you are
currently
employed by the County of San Bernardino, indicate your current County of San Bernardino department and employee number. 03
COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO EMPLOYMENT STATUS:
Indicate your position type.
Regular Fire District / Special District Contract Public Service Employee Intern Extra-Help Recurrent CalWORKS Subsidized Employment Program Employee (WEX) I am employed by a Temporary Employment Agency I am not currently employed by the County of San Bernardino
04
Do you possess eighteen (18) months (within the last 3 years) of experience installing, maintaining, and repairing telecommunications, electronics, PBX's, IP voice, audio, automation, fiber optics, or low voltage electronics.
Yes No
05
Telephone:
Indicate the areas in which you possess experience installing, maintaining, and repairing telephone equipment.
Northern Telecom Nortel Call Pilot Cisco VOIP Avaya VOIP Telephone set installation and repair Other None of the above
06
If you indicated other in question #5, list your other experience.If none, indicate N/A. 07
Audio Systems:
Indicate the areas that you have experience in installation and maintenance.
Informcast Microphones Overhead Paging Systems Paging Amplifiers Speakers Two Way Intercom Systems Other None of the above
08
If you indicated other in question #7, list your other experience. If none, indicate N/A. 09
Electronics:
Indicate the areas in which you possess experience installing, maintaining, and repairing electronics.
AC/DC Audio Automation PLC systems Low voltage electronics Other None of the above
10
If you indicated other in question #9, list your other experience. If none, indicate N/A. 11
BICSI:
Do you possess BISCI Certifications? If yes, please provide a copy as an attachment to your application.
Yes No
12
Cabling Infrastructure:
Indicate the areas in which you possess experience installing, maintaining, and repairing copper cabling and fiber optic infrastructure.
Cat5 Cat6 Cat5 and Cat6 terminations Coax Fiber Optics Fiber fusion splicing fiber optic terminations RJ11 RJ45 Other None of the above
13
If you indicated other in question #12, list your other experience. If none, indicate N/A. 14
Education/Coursework:
A list of coursework is required. Provide the following information:
Course Number & Title School name Units: number of units & type (semester or quarter)
Example: CSCI 1-Computer Science I, CSUSB, 4 qtr units.If you have completed a degree in Computer Science or other closely related field, indicate degree completed (e.g., B.S., M.S., etc.), major field, and school. You do not need to list coursework.If you have attached unofficial transcripts in lieu of listing coursework, please indicate such below.If none, indicate N/A
15
Certificates:
List all applicable certificates below. Include issue dates, expiration dates, and the name of the issuing organization for each certificate.If none, indicate N/A. 16
Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email:
As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the above.
17 **ATTENTION GMAIL USERS**
We have become aware of an increase in Gmail's spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.
For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. Click this link to Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.
Note:
If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.
I understand 18
Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete:
Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
I acknowledge that I have reviewed my application and understand that I will not be able to update or revise any part of it once submitted.
Required Question
$59,737.60 - $81,993.60 Annually Location :
Throughout San Bernardino County, CA Job Type:
Full-time Job Number:
25-03381TEL-02 Department:
Innovation and Technology Department Opening Date:
10/25/2025 Closing Date:
11/7/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
The Job This recruitment is ONLY OPEN to County of San Bernardino, Fire District, or Special Districts employees who hold a regular, contract, extra-help, recurrent, Public Service Employee, Work Experience Program (WEX), or intern position. Former PSE, WEX, or interns are eligible to apply up to 6 months from the end of their assignment. ***Your County employment must be clearly listed in your work history.*** The
Telecommunication Division
of the
Innovation and Technology Department
is recruiting for
Communication Technician I , who install, maintain, and repair telecommunications, electronics, and network equipment. The Telecommunication Services Division integrates all PBX and VoIP, audio, security, automation, and low voltage electronics. Duties include installing and repairing communication and electronic equipment Countywide; installing and configuring network hardware and software; troubleshooting system malfunctions; and repairing and installing telephone and data electronics, audio, and automated systems. For a more comprehensive listing of job duties for this classification, please refer to the Communications Technician I job description. Applications are also being accepted for Communications Technician II and Communications Technician III; a separate applications is required to be considered. EXCELLENT BENEFITS
To review job-specific benefits, refer to:
Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Incumbent must successfully complete a background investigation (fingerprinting and work history/education check) in addition to a job-related physical exam, including a drug test. Travel:
A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained. Working Conditions:
Employees are subject to On-Call duties, 24-hour call back, and may be asked to work during unusual hours, inclement weather and other adverse circumstances. Duties may include working in confined spaces and climbing ladders to install, inspect and maintain equipment. Sponsorship:
Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States at the time of employment.
Minimum Requirements REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
Eighteen (18) months, within the last three (3) years, of full-time equivalent experience installing, maintaining, and repairing telecommunications, electronics, PBX's, IP voice, audio, automation, fiber optics, or low voltage electronics. -AND- REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Fifteen (15) semester (23 quarter) units of completed post-high school technical coursework in electronics or communication technology. A list of related coursework must be submitted with the application. Substitution :
One (1) additional year of qualifying experience may substitute the education requirement.
Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will have: Education in electronics or communication technology. Certifications in Cisco and Nortel. Current work experience in the industry. Selection Process Examination Procedure: There will be a
competitive evaluation
of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
Application Procedure: Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before the deadline:
5:00 PM PST, FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2025 .
Resumes
will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
If you need technical assistance, follow this link to or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at
(855) 524-5627 . Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an and Americans with DisabilitiesAct (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for allemployees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the within one week of the recruitmentfiling deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the
For more important details, Technical & Inspection Unit
San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
Please review the appropriate * for more information
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the for more detailed information.
*Retirement benefits subject to change. 01
PLEASE READ THE STATEMENT BELOW Instructions:
The information provided on your application and in your responses to the following Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for this position, as well as in a
competitive evaluation of qualifications . It is in your best interest to be as thorough as possible in your responses. Resumes will NOT be reviewed to determine qualifications. Applicants will not be able to update their application materials or answers to the questionnaire once the application has been submitted. Note: Experience listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.
I have read and understand the above statement.
02
Current San Bernardino County Employment Status:
If you are
currently
employed by the County of San Bernardino, indicate your current County of San Bernardino department and employee number. 03
COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO EMPLOYMENT STATUS:
Indicate your position type.
Regular Fire District / Special District Contract Public Service Employee Intern Extra-Help Recurrent CalWORKS Subsidized Employment Program Employee (WEX) I am employed by a Temporary Employment Agency I am not currently employed by the County of San Bernardino
04
Do you possess eighteen (18) months (within the last 3 years) of experience installing, maintaining, and repairing telecommunications, electronics, PBX's, IP voice, audio, automation, fiber optics, or low voltage electronics.
Yes No
05
Telephone:
Indicate the areas in which you possess experience installing, maintaining, and repairing telephone equipment.
Northern Telecom Nortel Call Pilot Cisco VOIP Avaya VOIP Telephone set installation and repair Other None of the above
06
If you indicated other in question #5, list your other experience.If none, indicate N/A. 07
Audio Systems:
Indicate the areas that you have experience in installation and maintenance.
Informcast Microphones Overhead Paging Systems Paging Amplifiers Speakers Two Way Intercom Systems Other None of the above
08
If you indicated other in question #7, list your other experience. If none, indicate N/A. 09
Electronics:
Indicate the areas in which you possess experience installing, maintaining, and repairing electronics.
AC/DC Audio Automation PLC systems Low voltage electronics Other None of the above
10
If you indicated other in question #9, list your other experience. If none, indicate N/A. 11
BICSI:
Do you possess BISCI Certifications? If yes, please provide a copy as an attachment to your application.
Yes No
12
Cabling Infrastructure:
Indicate the areas in which you possess experience installing, maintaining, and repairing copper cabling and fiber optic infrastructure.
Cat5 Cat6 Cat5 and Cat6 terminations Coax Fiber Optics Fiber fusion splicing fiber optic terminations RJ11 RJ45 Other None of the above
13
If you indicated other in question #12, list your other experience. If none, indicate N/A. 14
Education/Coursework:
A list of coursework is required. Provide the following information:
Course Number & Title School name Units: number of units & type (semester or quarter)
Example: CSCI 1-Computer Science I, CSUSB, 4 qtr units.If you have completed a degree in Computer Science or other closely related field, indicate degree completed (e.g., B.S., M.S., etc.), major field, and school. You do not need to list coursework.If you have attached unofficial transcripts in lieu of listing coursework, please indicate such below.If none, indicate N/A
15
Certificates:
List all applicable certificates below. Include issue dates, expiration dates, and the name of the issuing organization for each certificate.If none, indicate N/A. 16
Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email:
As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the above.
17 **ATTENTION GMAIL USERS**
We have become aware of an increase in Gmail's spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.
For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. Click this link to Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.
Note:
If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.
I understand 18
Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete:
Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
I acknowledge that I have reviewed my application and understand that I will not be able to update or revise any part of it once submitted.
Required Question