City of Worcester, MA is hiring: RADIO SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN in Worcester

Radio System TechnicianThe City of Worcester is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Radio System Technician within the Worcester Fire Department. Under the direction of the District Chief of Fire Prevention, the Radio System Technician is responsible for the management, maintenance, repair, and improvement of the City's public emergency alarm reporting system, fire station alerting systems, fire alarm master boxes, and inspect and approve bi-directional amplifiers. This position will also provide ongoing training for Fire Prevention and Dispatch personnel on the use of receiving and reporting equipment.Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.Essential Elements:Read, review, and analyze documents pertaining to responsibilitiesLiaise and bridge communication gaps between technical and non-technical staffManage project scheduling and technology planningCommunicate system installation and operation requirements to and coordinate inspections with fire protection engineers, architects, electrical contractors, vendors, and facility representativesManage repairs and perform maintenance on WFD station alerting systemInspect and commission subscriber units to the public emergency alarm reporting systemMaintain and provide information to resolve faults with the public emergency alarm reporting system to responsible partiesProvide ongoing training for Fire Prevention and Dispatch personnel on the use of AES receivers and standard operating procedures for the use of AES receiving and reporting equipmentAttend trainings and seminars to maintain necessary certifications, licenses, and credentialsReview plans and inspect installations of fire alarm systems, AES subscriber units, and bi-directional amplifiersRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Proficiency with Microsoft OfficeKnowledge of mechanical tools, specific meters, and department-issued technologyExhibit strong judgment, communication skills, including written and interpersonalTechnically skilled in the installation and maintenance of fire alarm/low-voltage systemsExcellent organization, problem solving, and data processing/analytical skillsFlexibility to work outside normal business hours and work outside of an office settingAbility to plan and execute work independentlyAbility to work outside normal business hours to support field inspections, outages, and station alerting maintenanceKnowledge of WAN/LANSkilled in delivering training programsAbility to read/interpret plans, wiring diagrams, and specifications and communicate requirements to engineers, contractors, and facility representativesAbility to distinguish colorsPerform significant field work on construction sites, with the need to climb ladders and work in tight spaces.Onsite attendance is requiredMinimum Requirements:Training in electronics, telecommunications, electrical/electronic engineering technology, or equivalent military/technical trainingTwo (2) years of hands-on experience installing, commissioning, inspecting, testing, and maintaining fire alarm/low-voltage systems under a licensed systems technician or journeymanValid driver's licenseBasic WAN/LAN familiarityExcellent written and verbal communicationPreferred Qualifications:Five (5) years of hands-on experience installing, commissioning, inspecting, testing, and maintaining fire alarm/low-voltage systems under a licensed systems technician or journeymanMassachusetts Systems Technician – Class D (SD) LicenseNICET Fire Alarm Systems – Level IIFamiliarity with 780 CMR Massachusetts State Building Code applications as they pertain to fire alarm and in-building emergency responder radio coverage (ERCES/BDA) plan review and testingFamiliarity with NFPA 70, NFPA 72, and NFPA 1221Full Salary Range: $66,475 - $87,012 annually, full-time, exempt, with an excellent benefits packageTo apply, please visit: www.worcesterma.gov/employment or send resume and cover letter to: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. Open until filled, applications received prior to or on FRIDAY, August 28, 2026, will receive preference. Preference is given to Worcester residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Direct inquiries to: City Hall, Human Resources, Room 109, 508-799-1030, Hiring@worcesterma.gov.