Electronics Technician II

Tampa Hispanic Heritage, Inc; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Tampa is seeking a skilled technician to install, maintain, repair, and modify two‑way radio systems, laptops, GPS devices, and related public‑safety equipment. Work under general supervision with a high degree of independent decision‑making in a live operational environment.

Responsibilities include RF/IT system testing, documentation, and collaboration with team members to ensure continuity of public safety communications.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a high school or equivalent; electronics/radio coursework preferred.
• Three years of electronics experience; circuit/schematic reading and soldering required.
• FCC General Radiotelephone Operator license or NABER/APCO certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, service, and repair municipal radio systems, laptops, GPS devices, and related public-safety equipment.
• Perform software installs/configuration, tests, and diagnostics; document processes and costs.
• Operate and test RF/IT hardware; load data into work-management systems; ensure operational readiness.

Skills

RF systems

Public-safety radios

IT systems

Dispatch tech

MS Office

Safety protocols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years electronics coursework preferred

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters (DMMs)

Network analyzers

Soldering

Job description

Salary $33.60 - $47.91/hour; $5,824.00 - $8,304.40/month; $69,888.00 - $99,652.80/year

An employee assigned to thisclassification is responsible for a broad range of duties associated with theinstallation, maintenance, repair, and modification of two‑way radio systems,laptop computers, GPS devices, vehicle lighting, and other electronic equipmentsupporting public safety operations. Working under general supervision,incumbents perform tasks of above‑average complexity that require soundtechnical judgment, initiative, and a high degree of independent decision‑making.Work is subject to review during its execution and upon completion throughconferences, technical inspections, direct observation, and evaluation ofoperational results.

Examples of Duties

Installs,maintains, services, and repairs municipal communication systems, includingfixed and mobile base stations, bi‑directional amplifier (BDA) devices,antennas, mobile and portable radios, GPS units, laptops, and related public‑safetyelectronic equipment. Performs software installation and configuration; services vehicle electricalsystems, emergency lighting, 700/800 MHz trunking systems, and P25 digitalcommunication systems. Inspects, tests, and prepares equipment to ensure operational readiness; loadsand unloads heavy equipment and supply items; operates light automotiveequipment in the performance of assigned duties. Works at remote sites as required and participates in a rotating on‑callschedule, providing 24‑hour operational support for one week during each seven‑weekcycle. Completes daily time and activity reports; enters detailed information into acomputerized work‑management system, emphasizing accurate tracking of time,parts, property, and costs. Documents technical processes and procedures; collaborates with coworkers andshares acquired knowledge to support organizational continuity andeffectiveness. Operates radio equipment within a live, active operational environment usingestablished and approved communication protocols. Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strongknowledge of:RF and public‑safety radio systems (LMR, L3Harris, Motorola, Tait); RFtransmitters, power supplies, and components (microwave, antenna networks); ITsystems (Microsoft Server, Active Directory, VMware, TCP/IP); dispatchtechnologies; and core electronic/electrical theory and maintenance. Workingknowledge of:RF systems, measurements, and test equipment; software and tools used in radiotesting/repair; safety protocols; MS Office; and hands‑on experience withanalog and digital VHF/UHF systems. Abilityto:Operate electronic test equipment (DMMs, oscilloscopes, network/spectrumanalyzers, VNAs, power supplies, DAQs); troubleshoot RF, microwave, dispatch,network, and IT systems; install and commission radio site equipment (racks,grounding, etc.); maintain and repair LMR infrastructure; interpret plans andschematics; prepare clear reports; follow instructions; work effectively withothers; perform physically demanding tasks; and operate a vehicle. Skilledin:Configuring, integrating, testing, and troubleshooting communications systems;diagnosing electrical/electronic issues; and proper use of repair tools,computer hardware, software, and basic networking.

Physical Requirements

Work is performed primarily indoors in a mostlysedentary environment and requires prolonged periods of computer use, includingtyping and viewing a monitor. Requires the ability to lift, carry, and move items weighing approximately20–40 pounds. Duties may involve occasional travel to remote sites and exposure to typicalfield conditions associated with public safety communications infrastructure.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited highschool or vocational school; completion oftwo years of college‑level coursework preferred; in electronics, radio technology,computer science, or a closely related field is preferred. Three (3) years ofexperience in electronics work, trouble shooting circuit board to component level; reading electronic device schematics and soldering is required. An equivalent combination ofeducation, training, and experience may be considered.

Licenses or Certifications

Possession of a General Radiotelephone Operator’s license issued by the (FCC) Federal Communications Commission or certification by NABER (National Association of Business and Educational Radio) or APCO (Association of Public Safety Communications Officials). Possession of a valid Florida driver’s license. CompTIA A+ or similar certification preferred.

Examination

Evaluationofeducation and experience. Drug testing is included in allpre-employment processing.

Comments

Employees may be required to work rotating shifts, includingnights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. During periods when theMayor issues an emergency declaration for the City of Tampa, all employees will be required to work in preparation, response or recovery activities related tothe stated emergency.