Two-Way Radio/Electronics Technician

City of Fort Wayne; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 54,856; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Ongoing professional development

Community impact

Job summary

A municipal authority in Fort Wayne is seeking a Two-Way Radio/Electronics Technician to ensure critical communication systems operate effectively for first responders. Your role will involve installation and maintenance of communication technologies. Ideal candidates will possess an associate's degree and relevant experience. This position offers competitive pay, ongoing professional development, and meaningful work in the community.

Qualifications

• 2+ years installing or repairing communications/electronic systems.
• Valid Indiana Driver's License required.
• FCC General Radiotelephone, CETa, or Motorola P25 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair two-way radios and alerting equipment.
• Troubleshoot base stations and networked systems.
• Respond to emergency callouts as needed.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Installation of two-way radios

Maintenance of electronic systems

Documentation

Education

Associate's degree in Electronics Engineering Technology

Tools

RF systems

Networking equipment

Job description

Be the Signal Behind the Safety - Two-Way Radio/Electronics Technician

Summary: Love solving technical problems and keeping critical communication systems running? Your work will directly support first responders and city teams, ensuring Fort Wayne stays connected when it matters most.

Department

Radio Shop

Compensation

$39.82/hour

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (may vary)

What You’ll Do

• Install, maintain, and repair two‑way radios, 800 MHz trunked systems, and fire station alerting equipment
• Maintain flood warning and alarm systems
• Troubleshoot base stations, mobile units, and networked systems
• Perform routine maintenance and keep accurate documentation
• Respond to emergency callouts as needed

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Electronics Engineering Technology or military equivalent
• 2+ years installing or repairing communications/electronic systems
• Valid Indiana Driver's License
• FCC General Radiotelephone, CETa, or Motorola P25 certification preferred
• Bonus: experience with RF systems, network interfaces, or CompTIA/Microsoft certifications

Why Join Us

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Ongoing professional development
• Work that makes a real difference in your community

Tagline

Keep Fort Wayne Connected. Power the Systems that Protect Our City.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of applicable drug screening, physical examination, and background checks.