Public Safety Radio System Technician

Hamilton County; Bridgeton (NJ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton County, Indiana, is seeking a Public Safety Radio System Technician to maintain the county's Public Safety Radio system within the Communications department. This full-time role focuses on overseeing software, hardware, towers, generators, dispatch consoles, and radio equipment across multiple sites.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least five years in Public Safety Communications, with knowledge of 800MHz systems, P25, FCC rules, and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Five years of Public Safety Communications experience or equivalent.
• Thorough knowledge of 800MHz radio infrastructure, consoles, radio equipment.
• Knowledge of FCC rules and regulations.
• Ability to execute projects from start to finish and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Assists Radio System Manager with oversight of the Public Safety Radio system including software, hardware, towers, tower facilities, generators, battery backup systems, dispatch consoles, mobile, and handheld radios.
• Maintains radio maintenance facility and equipment, including monitoring operations, scheduling maintenance, and contacting vendors as necessary and ensuring maintenance of required records.
• Monitors stock of inventory of spare radio equipment, coordinates with Radio System Manager to order new or additional equipment to maintain adequate stock levels.
• Maintains security systems of all tower sites including buildings, towers, perimeter, and grounds.
• Maintains communication with various departments using the Public Safety Radio System, such as law enforcement and fire departments and other County departments, including problem resolution, coordinating activities, and occasionally communicating policy/procedural changes as needed.
• Maintains computer database of radio users and their appropriate radio identifiers, including receiving new information and entering data into computer.
• Installs and configures Software used to program various makes and models of subscriber units.
• Assists with support of amateur radio equipment co-located at Hamilton County tower sites and facilities. Maintains high standards for installation of amateur radio equipment including proper grounding, power, and limiting interference.
• Prepares radio usage statistical reports for Communications, Police and Fire departments .
• Assists with establishing yearly goals and objectives for the operation of the radio system
• Assists with yearly budget preparation for components of the radio system .
• Attends Hamilton County Public Safety Radio Users Group meetings.
• Shares 24-hour on-call rotation for emergencies.
• Maintains awareness of new trends and advances in the field, attending workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
• Maintains membership in appropriate industry groups, committees , or peer groups.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Public Safety Communications

800MHz radio infrastructure

FCC rules & regulations

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Location:

18100 Cumberland Road - Noblesville, Indiana, 46060

Hamilton County is one of Indiana's fastest growing, highest educated and wealthiest counties in the state and the Midwest. Two-thirds of the workforce lives and works in the county -- a percent that has remained constant since 2010. Hamilton County is continually recognized in rankings ranging from "Best Cities to Relocate To" and "Best City to Raise a Family" to "Healthiest County in Indiana" and "Happiest Suburbs in the Nation". Come be a part of all Hamilton County has to offer as we work together to serve the citizens of Hamilton County.

Job Description:

POSITION DESCRIPTION

COUNTY OF HAMILTON, INDIANA

POSITION: Public Safety Radio System Technician

DEPARTMENT: Communications

WORK SCHEDULE: As Assigned

STATUS: Full-time

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

2027 HOURLY RATE: Up to $39.1282 per hour

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function of position satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Hamilton County provides reasonable accommodation to qualified employees and applicants with known disabilities who require accommodation to complete the application process or perform essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would present an undue hardship.

Incumbent serves as Public Safety Radio System Technician for the Communications department, responsible for maintaining the Public Safety Radio system.

DUTIES :

• Assists Radio System Manager with oversight of the Public Safety Radio system including software, hardware, towers, tower facilities, generators, battery backup systems, dispatch consoles, mobile, and handheld radios.
• Maintains radio maintenance facility and equipment, including monitoring operations, scheduling maintenance, and contacting vendors as necessary and ensuring maintenance of required records. Escorts vendors in sensitive areas during repair or maintenance of various systems.
• Monitors stock of inventory of spare radio equipment, coordinates with Radio System Manager to order new or additional equipment to maintain adequate stock levels.
• Maintains security systems of all tower sites including buildings, towers, perimeter, and grounds.
• Maintains communication with various departments using the Public Safety Radio System, such as law enforcement and fire departments and other County departments, including problem resolution, coordinating activities, and occasionally communicating policy/procedural changes as needed.
• Maintains computer database of radio users and their appropriate radio identifiers, including receiving new information and entering data into computer.
• Installs and configures Software used to program various makes and models of subscriber units.
• Assists with support of amateur radio equipment co-located at Hamilton County tower sites and facilities. Maintains high standards for installation of amateur radio equipment including proper grounding, power, and limiting interference.
• Prepares radio usage statistical reports for Communications, Police and Fire departments .
• Assists with establishing yearly goals and objectives for the operation of the radio system
• Assists with yearly budget preparation for components of the radio system .
• Attends Hamilton County Public Safety Radio Users Group meetings.
• Shares 24-hour on-call rotation for emergencies.
• Maintains awareness of new trends and advances in the field, attending workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
• Maintains membership in appropriate industry groups, committees , or peer groups.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

I. JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or GED. Minimum of five years of Public Safety Communications experience or equivalent experience.
• Through knowledge of 800MHz radio infrastructure, consoles, radio equipment, and training requirements to operate such systems.
• Through knowledge of radio talk group, procedures, limitations, acronyms, and codes.
• Knowledge and understanding, P25, and VHF radio systems, microwaves, and radio repeaters.
• Knowledge and understanding of FCC rules and regulations.
• Ability to execute projects from start to finish, provide input on planning processes related to communications equipment and systems.
• Ability to comply with all employer/department personnel policies and work rules, including, but not limited to, attendance, safety, drug-free workplace, and personal conduct.
• Thorough knowledge of Hamilton County geography and area law enforcement, EMS and fire demands, and ability to use and understand maps.
• Knowledge of all federal, state, and local regulatory requirements applicable to Public Safety Radio Communications and major issues which require effective coordinated actions.
• Ability to properly use office/communications equipment, computer, printer.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Working knowledge of English