Radio Technician

Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS); Niagara Falls; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Niagara Regional Police Service in Niagara Falls, Canada, seeks a Public Safety Radio Technician to install, inspect, test, and perform preventive maintenance on two-way radio equipment, microwave systems, mobile data terminals, and related data communications. Provides technical guidance on radio communications and electronic systems.

The candidate will have a three-year college diploma in electronics technology and at least five years of relevant experience, with desirable P25 training.

Qualifications

• Three-year college diploma in electronics technology or related field.
• Five years of relevant work experience (Public Safety Radio Systems).
• P25/public safety radio training or certification is highly desirable.
• Experience with microwave point-to-point/ multipoint systems and outdoor installations.
• Knowledge of IP networking, VLANs, routers, switches, and virtual server environments.
• Ability to use specialized equipment and software for maintenance and repair.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, test and perform preventive maintenance on radio equipment.
• Repair and service equipment including microwave systems and data communications, and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Independent work

IP networking

Troubleshooting

Radio systems installation

VoIP knowledge

Education

Electronics technology diploma

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Cable analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Multi-meters

Job description

The Public Safety Radio Technician is accountable for installing, inspecting, testing, and performing preventive maintenance and repairs on all two-way radio equipment (both voice and data), microwave systems, mobile data terminals, and all other related data communications, electronic monitoring, and accessory equipment. Provides technical guidance on all related radio communications and electronic equipment.

• Three (3) year college diploma in electronics technology or a related field plus 5 years of relevant work experience (e.g. Public Safety Radio Systems), or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Recognized training or certification in P25 (Project 25) public safety radio systems and/or public safety radio technology is highly desirable. Equivalent demonstrated technical knowledge and experience may be considered.
• Knowledge and experience with microwave point to point and point to multipoint systems. Including experience with outdoor installations (Rooftop and remote intersection locations)
• Working knowledge of IP networking technology, Lans, Vlans Routers, Switches, and Virtual Server environment.
• Ability to use specialized equipment, power tools and software for the maintenance and repair of equipment (such as drills, soldering guns, pneumatic wrenches, saws, multi-meters, oscilloscopes, spectrum and cable analyzers and radio servicing software).
• Knowledge of principles of two-way radio/communications, components/systems, and digital technology.
• Knowledge of principles of microwave radio and multiplex communications systems.
• Knowledge of telecommunications and telephony systems, including voice over IP (VoIP), IP-based communications, cellular services, and the integration of voice and data communication technologies
• Knowledge of solid-state electronics, the operational designs of circuits, and electronic testing equipment.
• Knowledge of common causes of failure that occur in radio transmissions and receiving equipment.
• Knowledge of current developments in the field of spectrum communications.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access) and current desktop operating systems.
• Ability to install or reconfigure complex equipment such as radio systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and make minor repairs.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ontario Working at Heights training/certification from a Ministry approved training provider is required.