SAN JOSE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

I.

Title

Telephone Technician

II.

Definition

Under specific supervision, is responsible for the service of telephone equipment. Analyzes
problems, develops needed software parameters, installs and maintains communication
equipment.

III.

Examples of Duties

Installs and performs preventative and on-call maintenance on telephone equipment
including, but not limited to: telephones, telephone switches, voice mail, public address,
intercom, cabling; including voice, data T1 and fiber and other related equipment and
services. Maintains detailed records on repairs and installation activities for equipment
throughout the District. In conjunction with a Telephone/Network Coordinator, coordinates
and fulfills service requests for installation, relocation, repair and maintenance with other
computer center personnel, vendors and contractors where appropriate, and the user
requesting the services.

IV.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Not Applicable.

V.

Employment Standards

A.

Knowledge of:

Basic Data or Voice Communications Theory;

Operation/repair/installation of voice communications test equipment;

Cable requirements and interface technology;

Basic electronics concepts, and theory.

B.

Ability to:

Read and draw schematic diagrams; perform skilled shop work in the
construction, maintenance and repair of telephone/data equipment; perform research and test
on equipment; keep records and write reports.

Analyze, diagnose and determine the causes of telephone problems;
Repair electronic and other components of telephone equipment;

Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;

Meet with the public tactfully and courteously and establish and maintain
cooperative and effective working relationships;

Recognize telephone problems.

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C.

Education/Training/Experience

AA degree with emphasis in electronics or related field or equivalent
combination of training and demonstrated experience in voice communications hardware
and software maintenance in a multi-user environment.

D.

Licenses/Certificates:

Valid California Driver’s License.

VI.

Specific Qualifications

Date:3/20/97

Range:28A

Position Code:TLT