Public Safety Radio Systems Technician

Hall County; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Hall County Emergency Management Agency in Gainesville, GA, seeks a Full Time Employee to assist with operation and maintenance of the Public Safety 800 MHz radio system. The role coordinates with public safety agencies, maintains permits, and supports training related to the system.

Responsibilities include installing software upgrades, overseeing maintenance, training users, and developing system documentation. The position requires strong data reporting skills and readiness for on-call duties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 2 years’ experience in communications and/or radio systems, preferably in a public safety environment.
• Experience with Motorola, L3Harris, Tait and other public safety radio systems preferred.
• Valid State of Georgia driver’s license Class C.
• Knowledge of computer networks and software to support maintenance and repair operations.
• Knowledge of radio communications systems and emergency communications systems.
• Knowledge of Federal Communications regulations related to radio equipment and systems.
• Ability to train others in the use of radio equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that permits and licenses required for the system are adequate and up-to-date.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with Public Safety agencies to ensure reliable emergency radio and data communications systems.
• Performs modifications to the communications system by installing software upgrades and programming templates into all subscriber units; establishes preventive maintenance program and oversees vendor repairs.
• Trains and assists users in proper operation and usage of equipment and updates system design documentation.
• Develops system document library and maintains SOPs for the radio system and related files.
• Maintains inventory of 800 MHz and other radio systems and forecasts future needs.
• Assists with acquisition, installation and maintenance of the 800 MHz Digital Trunked Radio System.
• Provides performance reports on system usage to Public Safety Agencies and other County personnel.
• Participates in disaster recovery planning and system impact studies.
• Attends training and maintains knowledge of associated radio technology.
• Serves in an on-call capacity as needed.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Skills

Radio systems knowledge

Emergency communications

Regulatory knowledge

Report writing

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Hall County Emergency Management Agency in Gainesville, GA, seeks a Full Time Employee to assist with operation and maintenance of the Public Safety 800 MHz radio system. The role coordinates with public safety agencies, maintains permits, and supports training related to the system.

Responsibilities include installing software upgrades, overseeing maintenance, training users, and developing system documentation. The position requires strong data reporting skills and readiness for on-call duties.