Electronic Technician II

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Kentucky State Police seeks an Electronic Technician II to install, maintain, and repair radios, radars, mobile data routers, antennas and other public safety electronics. The role collaborates with technicians and develops new methods for equipment in public safety use.

Responsibilities include testing gear, monitoring parts inventory, coordinating shop and field work, and evaluating new equipment feasibility for the agency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• One year of technical experience with electronic equipment installation/maintenance.
• Technical electronics training may substitute for experience.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electronic equipment.
• Test equipment performance and recommend fixes.
• Coordinate work in shop and in the field.
• Monitor stock of electronic parts and place orders.
• Evaluate new electronic equipment for agency use.

Skills

Team player

Detail oriented

Electronics experience

Radio knowledge

Tools proficiency

Troubleshooting

IT networking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Radio equipment

Diagnostic tools

Radar systems

Job description

Advertisement Closes: 9/6/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Electronic Technician II

Pay Grade 10

$2,623.40-$3,935.20 Monthly

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY| 18A | 40 HR/WK

Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Public Advocacy

Location: 1311 Louisville Road
Frankfort, KY 40601

Description

Kentucky State Police is the premier, full-service law enforcement agency in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.With the highest level of professionalism and integrity the Kentucky State Police works to prevent, reduce,and deter crime and the fear of crime, enhance highway safety through education and enforcement, and safeguardproperty and protect individual rights.

The position of Electronic Technician II will perform the installation and maintenance of Kentucky StatePolice electronic equipment including, radios, radars, mobile data routers, antennas, emergency equipment, andother public safety equipment. The role of Electronic Technician II will work closely with other technicians.This position will also evaluate and develop new methods, practices, and new technical or electronic equipment asthey relate to Public Safety. All these duties are intended to equip the public safety personnel of theKentucky State Police with the tools they need to perform their duties safely and effectively.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Installs, maintains and repairs electronic equipment and devices.
• Tests electronic equipment to evaluate performance and recommends corrective procedures.
• Coordinates work done in the supply electronic shop and in the field.
• Monitors stock level of electronic parts and makes orders, as necessary.
• Tests and evaluates new electronic equipment to determine feasibility of Agency use.
• Inspects surplus vehicles to determine which electronic parts may be repaired or reused.
• Removes parts from surplus vehicles; makes any necessary repairs and installs into new vehicles.
• Contacts vendors regarding warranty work on electronic equipment and ensures the work is completed.

Skills and Expectations include but are not limited to the following:

• Team player
• Detail oriented
• Electronics and Electrical experience
• Two-way radio knowledge
• Proficient with tools
• Troubleshooting
• Information Technology and computer networking skills

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: One year of technical experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electronic equipment.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Technical training in electronics or a related field will substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional technical experience will substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in an office and/or electronic shop.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Wayne Stuart at [e-mail].

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D