RF Field Technician: Public Safety Field Coverage (Hybrid)

Actalent; Reno (NV); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Pre-tax and Roth post-tax

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

HSA

Transit benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO / Vacation / Sick Leave

Job summary

Actalent in Reno, NV is seeking an RF Field Technician to support RF projects and coverage testing for emergency communications across Northern Nevada. The role combines fieldwork with hands-on testing and data collection.

You will travel, install and troubleshoot radios and low-voltage DC power systems, configure networks, operate test equipment, and document results. Relevant experience in RF, satcom, telecom, or military communications is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in field service or technical support at remote/off-site locations.
• Proficiency with radio systems, satcom, telecom or military communications.
• Ability to troubleshoot RF components and low-voltage DC systems.
• Strong data collection, documentation, and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Support RF testing by monitoring system performance and collecting data.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot radios and low-voltage power systems.
• Set up and troubleshoot remote networks used in field testing.
• Operate electronic test equipment and document results accurately.
• Support field testing of RF systems for law enforcement applications.
• Assist in monitoring networks that support emergency communications.
• Drive between test locations in Northern Nevada with a safe driving record.
• Collect RF performance data in the field about half the time.
• Collaborate to diagnose and resolve RF communication issues.
• Follow safety protocols while working with RF gear.

Skills

Field service

Radio systems

Satcom

Military communications

Troubleshooting

Electronics basics

Computers

Networks setup

Data collection

Driving

Job description

Actalent in Reno, NV is seeking an RF Field Technician to support RF projects and coverage testing for emergency communications across Northern Nevada. The role combines fieldwork with hands-on testing and data collection.

You will travel, install and troubleshoot radios and low-voltage DC power systems, configure networks, operate test equipment, and document results. Relevant experience in RF, satcom, telecom, or military communications is preferred.