City of Fort Worth is hiring: Sr. IT Communication Technician - Radio in Fort Wo

Overview

Sr. IT Communications Technician - Radio

The City of Fort Worth IT Solutions’ Wireless Services (Radio) Division seeks a Sr. RF Communications Technician. The department provides radio and installation services for upwards of 20 city departments and many external agencies. Wireless Services oversees a variety of projects, including the installation, maintenance, and repair of two-way radios, as well as maintaining communications for the Outdoor Warning System, conducting coverage testing, detecting interference, and other special assignments. The position reports to the Wireless Operations Manager.

Pay and Schedule

Pay Range: $30.80/hr - $38.50/hr ($64,059 – $80,074 annually)

Job Posting Closing on: Friday, September 12, 2025

Workdays & Hours: FLSA Nonexempt position. Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 4 pm; and is required to participate in a 24/7, 365-day on-call rotation schedule (1 week), with 30-minute response times.

Benefits

11 Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Pension Plan, and Professional Development Opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Electronics or a related field.
• Four (4) years of experience in repairing electronic equipment.
• Radio FCC, APCO.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Candidate selected for hire must pass a CJIS background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive P25 simulcast trunked radio experience.
• Anritsu Site Master and Line Sweep Certification.
• Accountable public customer service experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and build strong customer relations with city departments and external agencies.
• Schedule and oversee work performed by technicians and contractors, and track service calls.
• Install, program, monitor, maintain, upgrade, and align communication and data equipment that will include handheld or mobile radios and accessories, and global positioning systems.
• Maintain accountability of LMR equipment, shop stock, parts, and equipment needed for repairs and/or installations.
• Diagnoses and repair problems with radio communication system equipment, radio transceivers, and/or peripheral system and equipment.
• Create complex LMR code plugs for various radio manufacturers.
• Perform as a lead technical expert on projects assigned to Wireless Services.
• Participate in a 24/7, 365-day on-call rotation schedule, with 30-minute response times.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Working conditions depend on assignment and typically require touching, talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, walking, repetitive motions, climbing, and balancing. Physical demand is medium work; frequently lifting up to 20 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds depending on assignment.

Background Checks and EEO

Applicants must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Disqualifiers include various felony/misdemeanor convictions or recent arrests as specified by CJIS requirements. The City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Pre-employment checks may include criminal background check, drug screen, education verification, etc. Employment offers are contingent on these checks. Employees are paid by direct deposit only.

Application

Apply now. The City of Fort Worth is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing. More information about benefits and conditions of employment can be found in the posting.