Radio Systems Specialist
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department•Las Vegas, NV
•Onsite
About The Position
Incumbents troubleshoot and maintain radio system networks; install, integrate, maintain, and repair police, and emergency equipment and associated components. This position is negotiated through a collective bargaining agreement. All new employees will be hired at the minimum salary in the range and will be eligible for merit increases until reaching the maximum salary in the range.
Requirements
- Three years of increasingly responsible experience troubleshooting, installing, repairing and maintaining advanced radio communications equipment, preferably in a public safety or military environment
- Possession of a high school diploma or GED
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Nevada driver license
- Be a citizen/naturalized citizen or permanent resident alien without conditions on status of the United States of America by the date of the first test instrument
- Be at least 18 years old by the date of the first test instrument
- Maintain a valid, appropriate Nevada driver license
- Vision sufficient to read computer screens, fine prints in documents, and distinguishing fine details on electronic boards as well as color-coded cables
- Hearing sufficient to hear conversations and directions in person and over the telephone or radio
- Dexterity and mobility sufficient to operate standard office equipment, mechanical and electrical equipment, and tools; operate motorized vehicles and climb towers
- Agility sufficient to twist, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach overhead
- Strength and mobility sufficient to lift, move and carry moderately heavy mechanical and electrical parts and equipment with or without aid of equipment
- Endurance sufficient to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time to complete assigned tasks; stand and move around while working indoors, outdoors or within confined spaces; and/or to wear required safety equipment
Nice To Haves
- More than three years of experience in radio frequency communications
- Experience in radio repeater sites to include solar, batteries and generators
- Experience in communication networks and associated sub-systems
- Experience in mobile and portable radios
- A valid FCC General Radio Telephone Operator License
- Obtain a valid FCC General Radio Telephone Operator License OR FCC Technician-Class Amateur Radio License within 12 months from date of hire
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and maintain radio system networks
- Install, integrate, maintain, and repair police and emergency equipment and associated components
Benefits
- Participate in the LVMPD Mental Wellness Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
