TELECOMMUNICATIONS TECHNICIAN I

The State of New Hampshire

Concord (NH)

On-site

USD 27,000 - 36,000

Part time

6 days ago

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Job summary

The State of New Hampshire through the Department of Transportation seeks a part-time Telecommunications Technician I to supervise and perform skilled work on NH DOT radio equipment across statewide facilities.

Ideal candidates have a background in radio engineering or telecommunications, with a valid driver's license and a 2.5-year combination of education/experience. The role includes site surveys, tower work, and coordination with agencies for system upgrades.

Qualifications

Equivalent combination of 2.5 years of education and work experience after high school.
Education and experience must be in radio engineering, installation or maintenance, electronics, communications or related field.
Valid driver's license.
Strong understanding of RF principles and telecommunications standards.
Knowledge of safety protocols related to tower work and electrical systems.
Good troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
Effective communication and documentation abilities.

Responsibilities

Supervise and perform installation, maintenance and repair of NH DOT radio transmitting/receiving equipment.
Install mountain-top radio repeater stations; conduct site surveys, order materials, oversee tower installation, and test performance.
Recalibrate and maintain mountain-top repeaters to ensure reliability and longevity.
Operate test instruments (Bird Wattmeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators) to diagnose faults.
Maintain inventories and track equipment locations across NH DOT radio assets.
Develop and manage vehicle radio removal/installation schedules with NH DOT agencies.
Contact Pamela Shore for talent profile or application assistance; contact Nicholas King for information.

Skills

Radio engineering

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Education

Technical certificate in telecommunications

Job description

For assistance, contact the State of New Hampshire - Division of Personnel Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST 603-271-3261 or nhjobs@das.nh.gov

TELECOMMUNICATIONS TECHNICIAN I (Job ID: 53097)

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Transportation

Bureau of Transportation Systems Management and Operations

18 Smokey Bear Boulevard / Concord, NH

TELECOMMUNICATIONS TECHNICIAN I

Position #TMPPT5100

Part‑Time

$19.96/hour - $26.41/hour

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NHDOT Recruitment Brochure

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The State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Transportation Systems Management and Operations, has a part‑time vacancy for a Telecommunications Technician I.

SUMMARY

To supervise and perform skilled communication systems technician work involving the installation, maintenance and repair of NH DOT radio transmitting and receiving equipment.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS

Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 2.5 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in radio engineering, installation or maintenance, electronics, communications or related filed.

License/Certification: Valid driver's license

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Applicants’ Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency.

Applicants are subject to a New Hampshire criminal record background check.

Trainee Option: Not applicable.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

A technical certificate in telecommunications, electronics, radio communications, or a related field.

Strong understanding of radio frequency (RF) principles and telecommunications standards.

Knowledge of safety protocols related to tower work and electrical systems.

Good troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.

Effective communication and documentation abilities.

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS

None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

In-Band Advancement Available: No

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: No

DISCLAIMERS

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Participates in and supervises the removal, installation, repair, calibration, and testing of Mobile Radio Equipment in NH DOT vehicles and related assets to ensure reliable statewide intra‑DOT mobile voice communications.

Installs mountain‑top radio repeater stations, including conducting site surveys and selections, recommending and ordering appropriate materials and components, overseeing tower installation, and performing testing to optimize system performance and coverage.

Performs recalibration and preventive maintenance on mountain‑top repeater stations (excluding receiver/transmitter units) to ensure station reliability, longevity, and optimal operation.

Operates and analyzes test instruments such as Bird Wattmeters, oscilloscopes, and signal generators to diagnose equipment malfunctions and determine necessary repairs.

Maintains accurate inventories and records of all NH DOT radio equipment, ensuring accountability and precise tracking of equipment locations.

Develops and manages vehicle radio removal and installation schedules in coordination with all NH DOT agencies to ensure efficient, timely, and coordinated radio system upgrades and maintenance.

For assistance creating your talent profile or applying online please contact Pamela Shore, Training and Recruitment Specialist, at (603) 271-8026 or at Pamela.A.Shore@dot.nh.gov

For additional information contact Nicholas King, Administrator, at (603) 271-3847 or Bureau56@dot.nh.gov

TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits

The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

Other Benefits