Kforce has a client that is seeking a Radio Technician in Austin, TX.
Overview:
The role will support radio and communications infrastructure within large operational facilities. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with electronics, RF/wireless communications, networking, or related communications systems and is comfortable troubleshooting technical issues in the field.
Deep RF engineering experience is not required for the more junior level. The priority is someone with strong technical aptitude, curiosity, and the ability to troubleshoot and learn new systems quickly.
Responsibilities:
- Support two-way radio and wireless communications infrastructure
- Assist with configuration/programming and commissioning of communications equipment
- Troubleshoot radio, electronics, network, connectivity, and infrastructure issues
- Support communications equipment operating across large facilities
- Assist with system testing, issue isolation, and ongoing operational support
- Work with engineers, site teams, vendors, and end users to resolve communications issues
- Learn and support site-specific radio systems, hardware, and processes
- Provide project-based support during deployments, expansions, upgrades, or periods requiring additional technical capacity
Core Technical Skills:
- Basic electronics and electrical troubleshooting
- RF/wireless fundamentals
- Frequency
- Spectrum
- Signal strength
- Interference
- Radio coverage
- Two-way radio/LMR exposure
- Radio equipment programming/configuration
- Commissioning and system testing
- Communications infrastructure troubleshooting
- Networking fundamentals
- Basic understanding of antennas and RF infrastructure
- Strong hands-on troubleshooting and diagnostic ability
Preferred Backgrounds:
Candidates could come from several environments:
- Two-way radio/LMR
- Public safety communications
- Police, fire, county or municipal radio infrastructure
- 911/dispatch-center technical infrastructure
- RF field service
- Wireless communications
- Electronics technician
- Communications technician
- Manufacturing/factory communications
- Amateur/ham radio combined with strong professional technical experience
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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