Senior Wireless Systems Specialist; Radio

Position: Senior Wireless Systems Specialist (Radio)
Initial Posting Date:06/03/2026

Application Deadline:06/17/2026

Agency:

Department of Transportation Salary Range:$6,182 - $9,361

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Senior Wireless Systems Specialist (Radio)

Job Description:

Information Systems Specialist 6 – Senior Wireless Systems Specialist (Radio)
Oregon Department of Transportation Delivery & Operations Division – Maintenance & Operations Branch Wireless Communications Section Bend The  role:

Join our Wireless Communications Section as a senior wireless systems specialist in Bend! In this role, you’ll be at the heart of Oregon’s critical radio communications infrastructure—helping operate, maintain, and support the systems that keep our state connected. You’ll take the lead on complex team projects, collaborate with skilled professionals, and see your work through to successful completion. This are journey level assignment in a supportive, high performing environment that’s ready for someone eager to grow, contribute, and put their skills to work serving our radio system users across the state.

Apply today!

This role is similar to radio technician, electronics technician, communications technician, radio service, tower technician, telecommunications specialist, broadcast technologist, radio frequency (RF) signalman, power systems control craftsman and land mobile radio service positions.

We provide a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and helps Oregon's communities and economy thrive. We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply for our positions.

Before applying, visit our applicant information website to learn more about our process. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday profile.

A day in the life:

Diagnose user problems and questions, address complex problems on the mission critical statewide Public Safety Wireless system – the State’s primary wireless communication medium used in critical situations state-wide.

Troubleshoot major system failures of the state-wide voice and data radio, microwave systems, and multi-agency dispatch console and other Wireless, IS and Dispatch Center staff solve problems.

Lead, assist and coordinate with other Wireless staff in resolution of complex or large statewide systems problem identification, isolation, and repairs resulting in restoration of OSP, ODOT and other governmental organization’s Public Safety communications equipment.

Support the state’s Public Safety Radio System customers and dispatch centers for mobile and portable radio needs with repairs, programming, and assistance.

Mentor and assist other Wireless Technicians.

Conduct research for large or unusual projects and for projects introducing new technology or business processes. Build implementation plans and recommendations which often involve multiple vendors, multiple jurisdictions and cross agency cooperation.

Use various types of soldering equipment to remove and replace defective circuit board components or individual modules.

Install, test, replace, or repair a variety of cable types used to support, connect, or install wireless equipment, including control cables, DC power distribution, multi-coupler and waveguide systems.

Plan equipment implementation schedule and documentation, ensure equipment configuration and compliance with specifications, assemble and provide direction for installation team(s) and complete system documentation and distributes as appropriate.

Operate a Sno-Cat or UTV (utility task vehicle) in inclement weather or rough conditions to gain access to remote locations to repair, install and provide emergency restoration of equipment or systems.

Climb and work on towers and antenna structures up to 180 feet above ground and work with high voltages.

Considerable region-wide or statewide travel in all weather conditions and time of day required.

Move or lift heavy objects excess of 70 pounds following safety procedures.

To request a copy of the position description, which includes all duties and working conditions, please email ODOTRecruitmentgon.gov.

What’s in it for you:

Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible…