Public Safety/RF Technician

Maricopa County; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid/alternative work schedule

Growth opportunities

Low-cost healthcare

Child care benefits

Paid vacation & sick leave

Wellness program

Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)

Job summary

Maricopa County Enterprise Technology & Innovation, Wireless Systems Division, seeks a Public Safety/RF Technician. You will install, test, and service mobile radios and data terminals across public safety vehicles, ensuring reliable communications for county agencies.

The role requires electronics experience, an associate degree in CS or related field, and may offer hybrid work options. Benefits include tuition reimbursement and a strong wellness program.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience in electronics including diagnosis, repair or hands-on installation of mobile radios in vehicles.
• Combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation and change-outs of mobile two-way radios and data terminals in vehicles.
• Document work in department-maintained electronic inventory system.
• Respond to on-site repair requests and perform routine maintenance on public safety vehicle electronics.

Skills

Electronics repair

Radio installation

Troubleshooting

Vehicle electronics

Education

Associate’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

MECP certification

FCC General Radio Operator’s license

Job description

Posting Date

10/29/26

Application Deadline

11/12/26

Pay Range

$26.00 - $40.25 hourly. Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Enterprise Technology

About The Position

Now is your chance to join Maricopa County Enterprise Technology & Innovation, Wireless Systems Division, as a Public Safety/RF Technician! As a key member of the Maricopa County family, this position provides a critical communications element necessary to keep the public safe. This position also provides all County agencies with reliable radios helping to ensure vital public services are available to every Maricopa County resident.

About Us

Are you looking for a career in a dynamic organization that embraces a can-do spirit? Look no further than Maricopa County’s Enterprise Technology & Innovation! We are a team that prides ourselves on leveraging technology to create digital transformations. We look for ways to bring about innovative solutions while providing top-notch customer service. Become part of the team that makes a lasting impact on the future of technology at Maricopa County.

Proud To Offer

• Work with a greater purpose
• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to the Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

We Require

• Three (3) years of experience in electronics which includes diagnosis, repair or hands-on experience installing mobile radios or other electronic systems in vehicles
• Associate’s degree in Computer Science, or a closely related field
• A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

Other Requirements

The selected candidate must possess a valid Arizona driver's license, or have the ability to obtain one, by time of hire.

We Also Value

• Mobile Electronics Certified Professional (MECP) or FCC General Radio Telephone Operator’s license or equivalent
• Basic metal fabrication, welding (MIG, TIG)

Job Contributions

• Perform new installation and change-outs of mobile two-way radios and mobile data terminals within various types of vehicles, including but not limited to mounting required antennas outside the vehicle, running required wiring within the vehicle, mounting radios within the vehicle and testing all radios and data terminals for continuity prior to finishing the task
• Document work completed, update parts and asset inventory used in installation efforts within department-maintained electronic database
• Respond appropriately to on-site customers with repair requests requiring immediate attention
• Perform routine maintenance; modify, troubleshoot, align and repair equipment installed on public safety vehicles including lights, sirens and two-way radios
• Request approval of changes to standard installation process and record documentation

Working Conditions

Work may be performed in an office or field environment. While performing the duties and responsibilities of the job, the employee may be exposed to loud noise, noxious odors, unsanitary conditions, chemicals, electricity, moving mechanical parts, varying weather conditions, and other related conditions and situations. The employee in this position may also be subject to atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation. The employee may be required to exert 50-100 pounds occasionally, 10-25 pounds frequently, and 10-20 pounds constantly.

Selection Procedure

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact [e-mail] to initiate the interactive process.