Radio Installation Technician

Chesterfield County; Virginia; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development Program

Uniforms provided

Tool allowance after probation

Job summary

Chesterfield County is seeking a driven Installation Technician to handle mobile two-way radio systems and related vehicle electronics. You will install, service, maintain, and remove equipment in county vehicles, ensuring reliable public safety communications.

The role requires familiarity with wiring, testing tools, and vehicle electrical systems; MECP Basic Certification is highly desired. A valid driver's license is essential and the work is performed in a county facilities environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; valid driver's license.
• Ability to distinguish between colored wires; operate hand/power tools and electronic test equipment.
• Two years of experience in communication-electronics or equivalent training; MECP Basic Certification desired.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, maintain, and remove mobile two-way radio systems and related hardware in Chesterfield County vehicles.
• Program, troubleshoot, and evaluate handhelds and installed radios on the 800MHz trunking system.
• Support public safety communications and perform related fabrication and project tasks.

Skills

Colored wires distinction

Hand tools proficiency

Electrical test equipment

Vehicle radio installation

MECP Basic Certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

2 years in comm-electronics field or equivalent training

Tools

Wattmeter

Multimeter

Oscilloscope

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

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.

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.

Duties

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)

Shift

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

Work Location

General Services

Chesterfield County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion