Radio Frequency Technician

A project-based telecommunications company in the Northern Suburbs of Chicago is looking for an experienced Radio Field Technician. This organization is responsible for supporting emergency services and essential public communications infrastructure. The role will require Network troubleshooting skills, VHF, UHF and 6GHz experience, and ability to work with firewalls.

This role requires someone who can work autonomously and doesn’t mind getting their hands dirty. You’ll be using your experience in the field to create infrastructure that has a significant effect on public safety. This organization takes pride on their direct problem solving methods, meaning there will be very little corporate fluff to get in the way of completing your work.

Required Skills & Experience

• 4+ years of RF Communications or Networking experience
• Experience setting up, configuring and managing firewalls
• Ability to install and troubleshoot radio systems in the field
• Experience with tools like spectrum analyzers, multimeters, etc.
• Ability to do physically manual work

Desired Skills & Experience

• Background managing communications in public facilities
• GROLL or other relevant certifications

What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown

• 50% Radio System Instillation (Dispatch Systems, Test Kits)
• 30% Systems Maintenance (Firewall, Security)
• 20% Network (Switches, Routing)

Daily Responsibilities

• Install and test VHF, UHF and 6GHz systems
• Perform field-based troubleshooting for radio systems
• Configure network firewalls and use remote access tools for diagnostics
• Physically travel to locations to address issues or perform instillations
• Document work via Sharepoint

The Offer
You will receive the following benefits:

• Privilege Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with Company Match, Equity Grants, and Financial Consulting

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
• Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
• Paid Sick Time Leave
• Legal and Identity Protection Plans
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
• 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.