Communication Equipment Technician - Radio Systems and Network Support

About The Position
The Police Department in the City of Saint Paul is seeking a Communication Equipment Technician - Radio Systems and Network Support
. This position installs, programs, and maintains public-safety communication and electronic equipment for City vehicles and facilities. Work includes electrical installation, radio programming, troubleshooting equipment, and support for communication and network-connected systems. The primary role includes programming, maintaining, and supporting public safety radio systems, outdoor warning siren systems, and network connected equipment. Work includes radio code plug development, RF troubleshooting, firmware management, and support for IP-based communication systems.
Here’s What You Can Expect To Do

• Program and update radio code plugs for portable and mobile radios
• Maintain and troubleshoot RF equipment, control stations, and communication hardware
• Support LAN/WAN-connected devices including door card readers and IP-based communication systems
• Perform firmware updates, testing, and documentation of radio assets
• Maintain and troubleshoot tornado/outdoor warning siren systems, including activation equipment, communication links, and routine testing
• Resolve programming, connectivity, and system performance issues across communication platforms
• For more information and essential functions, see our job description Communication Equipment Technician

The ideal candidate possesses experience with RF systems, networking, radio programming, and public-safety communication technologies, with strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Information Specific to this Position: This position works a 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. work schedule and is located at the Public Service Garage, 1671 Energy Park Dr, St Paul, MN 55108. Working in the office daily is required.
Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.
Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.

We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.
Position Requirements
Requirements may be met by one of the following options:

• Graduation from an electronic technician program and two years of experience to include wiring electronic devices, working with schematics and diagrams, integrating computer and communication devices, installation of communication equipment, installation of external/internal lighting systems, and designing containers to install equipment.
• Graduation from an automotive technician program and three years of experience to include wiring electronic devices, working with schematics and diagrams, integrating computer and communication devices, installation of communication equipment, installation of external/internal lighting systems, and designing platforms to install equipment.
• Four years of electronic and installation experience to include wiring electronic devices, working with schematics and diagrams, integrating computer and communication devices, installation of communication equipment, installation of external/internal lighting systems, and designing containers to install equipment.

Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License or equivalent out-of-state driver's license.
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