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TEKsystems
RF Technician
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What they do
A Radio Technician tests, inspects and repairs radio and wireless broadcast and communications equipment. Often requires driving to locations, sometimes remote to perform on site technical support.
$77,687 / year median in Virginia
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary:
If you are looking to advance your career and expand your expertise in installing, repairing, aligning, and maintaining two-way radio communication systems and optimizing Bi-Directional Amplifier/Distributed Antenna Systems (BDA/DAS), this opportunity may be the right fit for you. We are seeking motivated, hands-on professionals with a leadership mindset who are willing to take ownership of their work and contribute to a high-performing team. This role offers the opportunity to work with advanced communications technology while strengthening your knowledge and skills in the installation, commissioning, and optimization of BDA/DAS systems.Qualifications:
+ Hands-on installation experience in radio communications and a strong understanding of two-way radio theory and communications systems. + The ability to program, troubleshoot, and perform system diagnostics on both simple and complex radio systems. + Proficiency using industry-standard test equipment, including service monitors/analyzers, watt meters, and hand tools. + Knowledge of battery backup systems, base stations, repeaters, multicouplers, duplexers, and basic networking concepts. + Experience with Microsoft Office applications and specialized radio programming software. + A strong understanding of RF theory. + The ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.Responsibilities:
+ Repair and provide technical support and documentation for Low Band, VHF/UHF, and 800/900 MHz analog and digital systems, mobile and portable subscriber equipment, simulcast, conventional, trunking, paging, telemetry, and microwave systems. + Install, maintain, and repair base systems, repeaters, remote controls, multiplexers, antenna systems, microwave systems, battery backup systems, and solar power systems. + Install and maintain dispatch console equipment. + Diagnose and repair PA systems, BDA/DAS systems, and other electronic components. + Train junior technicians and provide leadership and mentorship to team members.Preferred Certifications:
+ FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL). + Certified Electronics Technician (CET) or equivalent industry certification. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charlottesville, VA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Charlottesville,VA.