COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN I

Job Requisition ID: 49634

Position Title: Communications Equipment Technician I-911 Radio Network Services
Closing Date: 09/22/2025
​Agency: Illinois State Police
Class Title: COMMUNICATIONS EQUIP TECH I - 08831
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,637 Monthly; Full Range $5,637-$8,026 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: LaSalle
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC014 Clerical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:

• 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.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

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 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. Bends and climbs into vehicle interiors and trunks and kneels on floorboards for extended periods of time. Certifies the accuracy of calibration devices and serves as an expert witness in court cases involving speed - measuring equipment. Work may necessitate occasional call-up outside of regularly scheduled work period in order to assure continuity of communications systems within a district service area. Creates Technical Services Request paperwork for work perforated for other state agencies and routes to proper billing authority.

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 repairs on base station two-way radios antenna systems and associated equipment.
• Tests, repairs, and certifies electronic speed -measuring instruments including radar and LIDAR Light Detection and Ranging.
• Tests, maintains, and repairs emergency power generators audio and video recorders.
• Performs routine maintenance and assists with the installation and repair of microwave transceivers and associated multiplex equipment.
• Prepares and maintains various technical records and reports.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of four (4) years of high school supplemented by two (2) years of technical school with coursework in electricity, electronics, and communications systems.
• Requires valid F.C.C. licensure or certification by an approved organization (Active Radiotelephone First or Second-Class Operator's Licenses, while no longer issued by the F.C.C., remain applicable; Certification by the National Association of Business and Educational Radio or the Associated Public Safety Communications Officers or an equivalent approved organization is also substitutable).

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers At least one (1) year of experience in practical electronics, with particular emphasis in radio communications principles, theory and equipment circuitry and operation, maintenance, and repair.
• Prefers At least one (1) year of experience using electronic test equipment for complex diagnostic and calibration procedures.
• Prefers At least one (1) year of experience in reading schematic diagrams of electronic circuitry and associated equipment manuals and servicing literature in order to gain an understanding of circuit operation, normal performance characteristics, and diagnostic and adjustment procedures.
• Prefers At least one (1) year of experience in recognizing and correcting communications equipment malfunctions.
• Prefers At least one (1) year of experience in the use of hand tools to effect repairs to equipment.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires possession of an appropriate valid driver's license and the ability to travel.
• Requires the ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Requires physical ability to perform the assigned duties.
• Requires ability to respond to emergency call-out after normal work hours.
• Requires exposure to unfavorable atmospheric conditions and varied temperatures.
• Requires the ability to pass an Illinois State Police background check and drug screening.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job descriptions.

Benefits Package

The Illinois State Police offers a robust benefit package including:

• Flexible work schedules in many program areas
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
• 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs.
• Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually.
• Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service.
• Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date.
• Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually.

  Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm
Work Location: 2971 E 350th Rd, La Salle, Illinois, 61301
Agency Contact: [email protected]
Posting Group:  Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

• Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
• If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.
• State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.
• Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.
• If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
  • State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
  • Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.
• The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
  • [email protected]
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