Telecommunications Technician

The Arizona Department of Public Safety is seeking motivated and experienced personnel to join our Wireless Systems Bureau. The Telecommunications Technicians install and maintain various types of electronic communications systems and equipment such as VHF and UHF two-way mobile systems, microwave point-to-point systems, technical investigative equipment, etc. Telecommunications Technicians often travel statewide working irregular hours and under hazardous conditions in the performance of their duties. Performs related duties as assigned.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and successful completion of a formal electronics technology program of instruction from a recognized public or private school or Armed Forces Service school.

Requires two (2) years of paid work experience within the past ten (10) years, performing system level troubleshooting and repair, down to a module or subassembly on two-way or multi-channel radio equipment (FCC Part 90, Part 101, or military equivalent); OR successful completion of the DPS Telecommunications Technician Trainee probationary period.

Must possess a valid Arizona driver license on effective starting date.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,720.30 – $87,985.04 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 4×10
• 5×8
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Phoenix, AZ 85009: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you understand you must apply directly on the AZ DPS website (Link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/azdps)?
• Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent and successful completion of a formal electronics technology program of instruction from a recognized public or private school or Armed Forces Service school?

Work Location: One location