Radio Technician

Boone County; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 34,260 - 35,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Pension plan

Generous vacation and sick leave

Job summary

A local government agency is seeking a Radio Technician in Columbia Township, Missouri. This full-time role involves providing advanced technical support for crucial communication systems, including two-way radio systems and conventional bases. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, knowledge of networking, and an amateur radio license. The position offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance from day one and a starting pay range of $24.87 to $25.63 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Working knowledge of networking systems is essential.
• Amateur radio license is a must for this position.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced technical support for two-way radio systems.
• Maintain and repair conventional VHF and UHF base stations.
• Respond to system issues, including after-hours emergencies.

Skills

Networking knowledge

Technical support for two-way radios

Ability to respond to emergencies

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree in electronics or related field

General Radiotelephone Operator License

Job description

Radio Technician - Boone County Joint Communications

Location: Boone County, MO

Job Type: Full-time, non-exempt, benefited

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (with some on-call requirements)

Position Summary

Boone County Joint Communications is hiring a Radio Technician to provide advanced technical support for mission‑critical communication systems. This role is essential in ensuring reliable communication for public safety operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform advanced technical support for two-way radio systems
• Maintain and repair conventional VHF and UHF base stations
• Maintain and repair 800 MHz trunking systems
• Maintain and repair microwave and radio linking systems
• Support networking and telephony systems
• Program and troubleshoot portable and mobile two-way radios
• Respond to system issues, including after-hours emergencies as required

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Working knowledge of networking
• Amateur radio license
• Associate’s degree in electronics or related field
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid driver’s license (must be maintained)
• Ability to lift over 50 pounds
• Availability for after-hours emergency response
• Clear criminal record (excluding traffic violations)
• Ability to pass an FBI criminal background check, including national fingerprinting

Preferred Qualifications

• General Radiotelephone Operator License
• Technical diploma or bachelor’s degree in electronics from an accredited school or college

Compensation

Starting Pay: $24.87 - $25.63 per hour

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance starting day one (including medical/dental plans with no employee premium options)
• Pension plan
• Two matching deferred compensation plans
• 14 paid holidays
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• No‑cost life and disability insurance options
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer