Radio Technician
- Madison, WI, United States
$30 to $35 USD / hour
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Job details
- Pay
- $30 to $35 USD / hour
- Experience
- 1-2+ years of experience supporting radio communications systems.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Radio Systems Engineer / Radio Coordinator This is a long-term opportunity supporting a statewide radio communications environment, including handheld radios, trunking systems, repeaters, and related infrastructure. The position is primarily remote, with occasional travel throughout Wisconsin to install, upgrade, maintain, and troubleshoot radio communications equipment. Candidates must reside within one hour of Madison, WI or be willing to relocate prior to starting. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting, configuring, maintaining, and installing radio systems and associated technologies. Experience with EF Johnson radio systems is highly preferred. This role also involves helping develop standards, maintain radio inventories, manage fleet mapping and code plug data, coordinate equipment purchases, support interoperability efforts, and assist with FCC licensing activities. What You'll Be Doing
- Support, configure, maintain, and install radio communication systems and related technologies.
- Analyze radio system performance and recommend improvements to optimize reliability and resource utilization.
- Assist with radio communications planning, standardization efforts, and disaster recovery planning.
- Support FCC licensing activities and coordinate frequency management efforts.
- Partner with vendors and stakeholders to ensure systems align with industry standards and best practices.
- Assist with the implementation and lifecycle management of radio communications systems across multiple locations.
- Maintain fleet mapping documentation, radio inventories, connectivity diagrams, and code plug databases.
- Configure and support networking equipment, including switches and related infrastructure used in radio communications systems.
Key Requirements
- 1-2+ years of experience supporting radio communications systems.
- Experience with installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and administration of radio infrastructure.
- Understanding of networking principles and connectivity technologies.
- Willingness to travel throughout Wisconsin for onsite support activities. Most travel is day trips with occasional planned overnight travel.
- Must reside within one hour of Madison, WI.
- 80% plus of this role is remote...
This role is a great fit for someone with hands-on radio communications experience who enjoys a blend of remote support, field work, infrastructure projects, and collaboration with vendors and technical stakeholders. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Madison, WI. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Madison, WI. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Madison,WI.
About TEKsystems
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
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Skills
- Communication skills
- Implement ICT recovery system
- Documentation
- Troubleshooting