In Tech and Equipment
- Logistics Information Tech
- Logistics Radio Tech
- Technical Support
- Jobs Chief
- Computer Station
- Checking Station
- Repair Station
- DSA Caretaker
- Repeaters
- CERV Caretaker
- Google Systems Admin
- Infrastructure Service
- Jobs Helper
To keep our equipment ready and going (Maintain, Repair, and Overhaul).
Role Descriptions
| Role | Description |
|---|---|
| Logistics (IT) | Keep VECTOR digital systems working and updated (APRS, wi-fi, Winlink gateway, rack servers, and more) |
| Logistics (Radio) | Keep VECTOR radio systems going and updated (antennas, radios, cables, and more) |
| Technical Support | Help remote operators work through trouble-shooting on air |
| Jobs Chief | Host technical work (“job”) sessions to maintain, repair, or overhaul VECTOR equipment and support the wellness of the job crew on hand |
| Stores | Manage equipment coming out of and going into storage during a technical work (“job”) session |
| Computer Station | Execute computer tasks during a technical work (“job”) session, such as checking the job backlog, filing, printing, research, running the Zoom link to remote sites, and taking notes |
| Checking Station | Do the checking tasks for the job sheets that the crew is tackling during a technical work (“job”) session |
| Repair Station | Do the repair tasks for the job sheets that the crew is tackling during a technical work (“job”) session |
| DSA Caretaker | Keep equipment at DSAs ready for immediate use |
| Repeaters | Keep repeaters running |
| CERV Caretaker | Keep the CERV’s engine, transmission, servers, and antennas working |
| Google Systems Admin | Maintain Google Workspace settings for groups, emails, and folders |
| Infrastructure Service | Keep the amateur radio and computer systems VECTOR volunteers need in emergencies ready for VECTOR’s ordinary citizens to use when community resilience (emergencies and disasters) need to |
| Jobs Helper | Helping infrastructure service volunteers to learn about the technology, the work, and jobs sessions |
Learning Resources Available
- Active job sessions, equipment audits, and health checks
- Active work teams (repeaters, packet, radio room, antennas, DSAs, and more)
- Advanced Certificate of Proficiency in Amateur Radio
- Checklist and quick reference sheets for Jobs Chief, Stores, Computer Station, Checking Station, Repair Station