Radio Engineer (Electronics Technician II) Job at NC State Highway Patrol in Lar

Overview Agency: NC State Highway Patrol Division
Job Classification Title: Electronics Technician II (S)
Position Number: 60086388
Grade: NC11
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol’s primary mission is to reduce collisions and make the highways of North Carolina as safe as possible. The NCSHP has more than 1,600 troopers who cover nearly 80,000 miles of North Carolina roadways, and they enforce traffic laws, guide traffic during hurricane evacuations, re‑route traffic around hazardous chemical spills, and stand ready for any act of terrorism. State Troopers are committed to protecting North Carolina’s motoring public.
Salary Range: $45,431.00-$53,927
Salary Grade: NC11
Location: 3467 HWY 701 S. Clarkton, NC 28433
Key Responsibilities Maintain/Manage Telecommunications Equipment: Repair, program, align, and test fixed, mobile, and portable transceivers and repeaters across multiple frequency bands.
Mobile Data Computer: Program and configure mobile data computers (MDC) and integrate with transceivers, modems, GPS systems, and vehicle power sources.
Speed Measurement Instruments: Install, maintain, repair, and certify radar and speed‑timing equipment; perform annual certification testing and testify in court when required.
Communications Base Station Site Management: Install, program, align, and maintain base station telecommunications equipment, antennas, towers, and emergency power systems, including tower climbing and site construction support.
Video Surveillance Systems: Install, troubleshoot, and repair mobile video recording systems and associated components.
Control Station Operator Consoles: Maintain communications center control consoles and digital signal routing systems.
Mobile Installations: Install and configure communications and emergency equipment in vehicles, including radios, lighting, and data systems.
Administrative Activities: Maintain certification records, manage inventory, order parts, and coordinate equipment repairs.
Preferred Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of electronic principles and the use of computers, mobile data computers, and networking applications.
Knowledge of the installation, maintenance, and repair of telecommunications equipment, including transceivers, modems, and network controllers.
Ability to use digital and electronic diagnostic and testing equipment.
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and reference materials.
Ability to analyze problems, troubleshoot, and repair telecommunications systems and related equipment.
Minimum Education and Experience Associate’s degree in electronics from an appropriately accredited institution AND at least two years of progressive experience in the repair and maintenance of complex electronic systems, including some responsibility for the design of electronic apparatus.
OR high‑school diploma or GED AND at least four years of progressive experience in the repair and maintenance of complex electronic systems, including some responsibility for the design of electronic apparatus.
OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Based on the nature of work performed, appropriate licensure by the governing board or commission may be required.
Qualified applicants must possess or obtain within one year of employment a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) General Radiotelephone Operator License or an equivalent certification.
Qualified recommended applicant(s) must undergo and successfully pass a criminal background investigation and a drug screening test.
Physical Requirements Typical work schedule: Monday‑Friday; 8:00am‑5:00pm.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a work environment free from unlawful discrimination. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities and to individuals with pregnancy-related limitations. The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of jobseekers and current state employees and does not base hiring on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence.

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