Field RF Technician – Public Safety & Utilities

Eastern Communications, Ltd.; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan with match

Annual bonus

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Sick days

Parental leave

Technical training

Uniforms and safety gear

Job summary

RACOM is seeking a Radio Frequency Technician to install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot RF communication systems that support public safety, utilities, and transportation. Based at a local service center, you will help ensure regulatory compliance, system performance, and reliable communications for mission-critical operations.

Travel to nearby service centers and regions for installations and trainings, work independently or with the team, and document service records while maintaining

Qualifications

• Relevant hands-on technical experience or associate’s degree in Electronics, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Troubleshooting and diagnostic skills for systems.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for operations and training.
• Mechanical aptitude for working with tools, mounting hardware, and installations.
• Attention to detail in system configurations, testing, and documentation.
• Competence in reading technical schematics, wiring diagrams, and system

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and repair Radio Frequency equipment and systems
• Diagnose signal, interference, and hardware issues
• Perform testing, firmware updates, and system calibration
• Support emergency vehicle upfits and 12VDC installs
• Maintain documentation and service records
• Participate in on-call rotation after training
• Conduct site surveys and RF coverage tests
• Ensure FCC and safety compliance
• Assist with system upgrades and new deployments
• Travel as needed for field work and training
• Provide prompt, professional customer support
• Collaborate with team members and project staff

Skills

Electrical/Telecommunications basics

Troubleshooting

Valid driver's license

Independent work

Team collaboration

Written & verbal communication

Travel readiness

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Reading schematics

Education

Associate’s degree in Electronics, Telecommunications, or related field

Job description

RACOM is seeking a Radio Frequency Technician to install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot RF communication systems that support public safety, utilities, and transportation. Based at a local service center, you will help ensure regulatory compliance, system performance, and reliable communications for mission-critical operations.

Travel to nearby service centers and regions for installations and trainings, work independently or with the team, and document service records while maintaining