Radio Installation Technician

Chesterfield County • Chesterfield, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves the installation, service, maintenance, and removal of mobile two-way radio communications systems, mobile computing hardware, structured wiring systems, and emergency lights and siren equipment in Chesterfield County vehicles. The role also includes supporting the county's public safety radio communications by programming, troubleshooting, and evaluating hand-held radios and installed vehicle radios operating on the county's 800MHz trunking system. Additional duties include project support related to public safety vehicle equipment and communications, such as bracket fabrication, and performing other required work.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license
• Must be able to distinguish between various colored wires
• Ability to understand and operate hand/power tools and electronic test & measurement equipment (wattmeter, multimeter, oscilloscope, etc.)
• Two years of experience in communication-electronics career field or comparable certification or training; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work including, but not limited to standing for prolonged periods, squatting, stooping, bending, twisting, stretching, crawling, reaching overhead, and working in awkward positions without choice or variety.
• Current valid driver’s license and good driving record required.
• Based on the Virginia DMV point system, records must not reflect a total of six or more demerit points within the twenty-four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation of six demerit points within the preceding thirty-six months.
• Out-of-state driving records must be obtained by applicant and presented at time of interview.
• Records must reflect at least three years of history and be dated within thirty days of interview date.
• Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required.
• This position is subject to working in high security areas governed by the US Department of Justice's "Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy" and therefore requires successfully passing a more stringent criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in vehicle radio installations and working with vehicle electrical systems desired.
• Mobile Electronics Certified Professional (MECP) Basic Certified Installation Technician completion highly desired (is part of career development program).

Responsibilities

• Provides installation, service, maintenance, and removal of mobile two-way radio communications systems, mobile computing hardware, structured wiring systems, emergency lights and siren equipment in Chesterfield County vehicles.
• Supports the county's public safety radio communications by programming, troubleshooting, and evaluating hand-held radios and installed vehicle radios working on the county's 800MHz trunking system.
• Provides other project support related to public safety vehicle equipment and communications and information (i.e. bracket fabrication, etc.).
• Perform other work as required.

Benefits

• Career Development Program available for advancement.
• Uniforms and safety equipment provided.
• Tool allowance provided after successful probationary period.
• Career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED