RADIO TECHNICIAN I (SR-19) [2 vacancies]

City and County of Honolulu; Hawaii; On-site; USD 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement plan

Career development

Job summary

City and County of Honolulu is seeking a skilled radio communications technician to install, maintain, and repair radio systems for multiple City departments. The role includes troubleshooting diverse electronic equipment, supporting system design and upgrades, and delivering training on proper operation and FCC compliance.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, a two-year electronics program, and at least three years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to high school diploma and completion of a two-year electronics program.
• Three (3) years of technical work experience in radio communications.
• Valid drivers license (Type 3) required prior to appointment.
• FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License desirable; attach copy if possessed.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair radio systems for City departments.
• Troubleshoot and service electronic equipment incl. radios, intercoms, and projectors.
• Support system design and upgrades; assist with circuit design and custom components.
• Provide technical support and training on equipment operation and FCC compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Radio systems installation

Troubleshooting electronics

System design support

Technical training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two-year electronics technology program

Tools

Testing instruments

Job description

What You'll Do:

• Install, maintain, and repair radio communication systems including base stations, repeaters, mobile and portable radios, dispatch equipment, antennas, and transmission line systems used by City departments.

• Troubleshoot and service electronic equipment, including trucking radios, sound distribution systems, fire station intercoms, and other department electronics such as projectors and testing instruments.

• Support system design and upgrades by assisting with circuit design, modifying existing systems, and building custom components for specialized radio equipment installations.

• Provide technical support and training by instructing radio users on proper equipment operation, ensuring compliance with FCC regulations, and assisting with maintenance of shop tools, equipment, and vehicles.

• Perform other duties and responsibilities of the position.

Salary

Salary for the Honolulu Fire Department: $4,933 per month (SR-19)

Salary for the Honolulu Police Department: $4,933 - $6,003 per month (SR-19)

Actual salary will be commensurate with applicable experience, pending approval.

Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the "Benefits" tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/benefits/.

Education Requirement

Equivalent to graduation from high school and successful completion of a two-year program in electronics technology from an accredited community college or technical school.

Education Verification

Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.

Experience Requirement

Three (3)years of technical work experience involving the installation, maintenance, repair, and modification of radio communications or related equipment.

License Requirement

Possession of a valid driver's license (Type 3), prior to appointment.

Desirable

Possession of a valid Federal Communications Commission General Radiotelephone Operator License is desirable. If you have a valid FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License, please attach a copy of your license to your application; or mail in a photocopy of your license by the closing date of the recruitment to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. All documents must be legible in order to be given credit.

If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for the current vacancy/vacancies and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.

At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.