RF Technician

TEKsystems; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a Radio Communications Technician in Charlottesville, VA to install, troubleshoot, and optimize two-way radio systems and BDA/DAS infrastructure across Virginia. The role emphasizes hands-on field work, problem solving, and supporting mission-critical networks.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in radio communications, RF, and electronics, with strong troubleshooting skills, blueprints literacy, and customer-facing abilities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with radio communications, RF technology, electronics, or related technical installations.
• Strong understanding of RF theory and communications systems.
• Experience troubleshooting and programming two-way radio equipment.
• Ability to use industry‑standard test equipment, including service monitors, analyzers, watt meters, and hand tools.
• Knowledge of repeaters, duplexers, multicouplers, antenna systems, and battery backup equipment.
• Basic networking and computer proficiency.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair two-way radio communication systems.
• Support Low Band, VHF/UHF, and 800/900 MHz analog and digital radio systems.
• Program, test, and diagnose radio equipment and communication networks.
• Install and maintain repeaters, base stations, antenna systems, microwave equipment, and battery backup systems.
• Perform installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of BDA/DAS systems.
• Install and maintain dispatch console equipment and related communications infrastructure.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Complete service reports and technical documentation.
• Provide technical support to customers and internal teams.
• Mentor and train junior technicians as needed.

Skills

RF technology

Two-way radio

Electronics

Troubleshooting

Test equipment

Network fundamentals

Reading blueprints

Customer service

Driver's license

Tools

Service monitors

Analyzers

Watt meters

Hand tools

Job description

Radio Communications Technician

Location: Charlottesville, VA

Job Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a skilled Radio Communications Technician to join a growing team supporting the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of two-way radio communication systems and BDA/DAS infrastructure throughout Virginia. This role is ideal for a hands‑on technician who enjoys working in the field, solving technical challenges, and supporting mission‑critical communication networks.

If you have experience with RF systems, radio communications, and electronic troubleshooting, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career with a stable organization that values technical expertise, professional development, and long‑term success.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair two-way radio communication systems.
• Support Low Band, VHF/UHF, and 800/900 MHz analog and digital radio systems.
• Program, test, and diagnose radio equipment and communication networks.
• Install and maintain repeaters, base stations, antenna systems, microwave equipment, and battery backup systems.
• Perform installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of BDA/DAS systems.
• Install and maintain dispatch console equipment and related communications infrastructure.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Complete service reports and technical documentation.
• Provide technical support to customers and internal teams.
• Mentor and train junior technicians as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with radio communications, RF technology, electronics, or related technical installations.
• Strong understanding of RF theory and communications systems.
• Experience troubleshooting and programming two-way radio equipment.
• Ability to use industry‑standard test equipment, including service monitors, analyzers, watt meters, and hand tools.
• Knowledge of repeaters, duplexers, multicouplers, antenna systems, and battery backup equipment.
• Basic networking and computer proficiency.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with BDA/DAS systems.
• FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL).
• ETA CET Certification or equivalent industry certification.
• Experience leading projects or mentoring technicians.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance