Radio Installation Technician

Chesterfield County; Chesterfield Court House (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development Program

Uniforms provided

Safety equipment provided

Tool allowance after probation

Job summary

Chesterfield County is seeking an Installation Technician to install, service, and maintain mobile two-way radio and related equipment in county vehicles. The role involves programming radios for the 800MHz trunking system and supporting public safety communications, with emphasis on safety, compliance, and quality workmanship.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and experience with electrical systems and test equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record. No six or more demerit points in 24 months; or one major violation in 36 months.
• Two years of experience in communication-electronics or related training/certification.
• Experience with vehicle radio installations and vehicle electrical systems desired.
• MECP Basic Certification installation technician completion highly desired (career development).
• Ability to perform physically demanding work and work in awkward positions.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, maintain, and remove mobile two-way radio systems in Chesterfield County vehicles.
• Program and troubleshoot hand-held and installed vehicle radios on the 800MHz trunking system.
• Support public safety radio communications and related equipment; fabricate brackets as needed.
• Perform related project support and equipment installations; adhere to CJIS Security Policy.

Skills

Electrical wiring

Hand & power tools

Electronic test equipment

Vehicle radio installation

MECP certification

Driving record compliance

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

MECP Basic Certification (preferred)

Tools

Wattmeter

Multimeter

Oscilloscope

Job description

High school diploma or GED; valid driver's license; must be able to distinguish between various colored wires; ability to understand and operate hand/power tools and electronic test & measurement equipment (wattmeter, multimeter, oscilloscope, etc.). Two years of experience in communication-electronics career field or comparable certification or training; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience in vehicle radio installations and working with vehicle electrical systems desired. Mobile Electronics Certified Professional (MECP) Basic Certified Installation Technician completion highly desired (is part of career development program). Ability to perform physically demanding work including, but not limited to standing for prolonged periods, squatting, stooping, bending, twisting, stretching, crawling, reaching overhead, and working in awkward positions without choice or variety.

Current valid driver’s license and good driving record required. Based on the Virginia DMV point system, records must not reflect a total of six or more demerit points within the twenty-four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation of six demerit points within the preceding thirty-six months. Out-of-state driving records must be obtained by applicant and presented at time of interview. Records must reflect at least three years of history and be dated within thirty days of interview date.

Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required.

This position is subject to working in high security areas governed by the US Department of Justice's "Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy" and therefore requires successfully passing a more stringent criminal background check.

Provides installation, service, maintenance, and removal of mobile two-way radio communications systems, mobile computing hardware, structured wiring systems, emergency lights and siren equipment in Chesterfield County vehicles. Duties also include supporting the county's public safety radio communications by programming, troubleshooting, and evaluating hand-held radios and installed vehicle radios working on the county's 800MHz trunking system. Other project support related to public safety vehicle equipment and communications and information (i.e. bracket fabrication, etc.). Perform other work as required.

INCENTIVES: Career Development Program available for advancement. Uniforms and safety equipment provided. Tool allowance provided after successful probationary period.

This position is a part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.

Position open until filled (first review to begin August 31, 2026).

Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

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