COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN I

Job Requisition ID: 46631 

Position Title: Communications Equipment Technician I, Radio Network Services, Divison of Statewide 9-1-1

Working Title: Communications Equipment Technician I

Closing Date: 05/07/2025
​Agency: Illinois State Police
Class Title: COMMUNICATIONS EQUIP TECH I - 08831 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated starting salary $5423 monthly; Full Range $5423-$7721 monthly.
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Winnebago
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC014
Merit Comp Code: 

 

• Please upload a copy of your official/unoffical transcripts for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licenses you possess to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application.
  • Must attach a valid FCC licensure. 
• Note: The Illinois State Police must verify and have proof of higher education and coursework (if applicable) for any degree earned before any offer can be extended.
• Answer all questions thoroughly- DO NOT STATE SEE RESUME

 

• This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
• All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
• Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

Posting Identification Number  46631 

 

 

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Position Overview

Illinois State Police's Radio Network Services in the Division of 9-1-1 is seeking to hire a Communications Equipment Technician I. This position performs installations removals maintenance and repairs on mobile and portable two-way radios antenna systems and associated equipment. Moves heavy equipment weighing up to 75 pounds. Climbs kneels and performs strenuous activities in performance of assigned duties and responsibilities while exposed to unfavorable atmospheric conditions and varied temperatures. Programs newly installed radios, camera systems, RF modems with the proper information. Applies firmware updates to installed electronics when needed. Troubleshoots the in-car IWIN computer-system, make electronic repairs or modify computer settings if needed. Climbs kneels and performs strenuous activities in performance of assigned duties and responsibilities while exposed to unfavorable atmospheric conditions and varied temperatures. Climbs on ladders for base stations and radio feed lines and kneels on concrete floors for extended periods of time. Certifies the accuracy of calibration devices and serves as an expert witness in court cases involving speed - measuring equipment. Operates a State -issued motor vehicle to travel to Communications Equipment Headquarters to complete various assignments. sites from assigned headquarters to compete various assignments.

About the Agency

The Illinois State Police strives for excellence seeking to be one of the premiere policing agencies in the country. Our core values are Integrity, Service, and Pride. We are seeking individuals with similar values to join us on our mission to promote public safety.

Essential Functions

• Performs installations removals maintenance and repairs on mobile and portable two-way radios antenna systems and associated equipment.
• Performs installations removals maintenance and re