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Telecommunication Specialist - Radio Technician 2

State of Minnesota • Marshall, MN • 20h ago

Working Title : Telecommunication Specialist

Job Class: Radio Technician 2

Agency: Transportation Department

Job ID: 91368

Location: Marshall

Telework Eligible : No

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Unlimited

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted: 01/14/2026

Closing Date: 02/04/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation/DOT-Metro-Central Off/AFSCME

Division/Unit: State Aid for Local Trans Division/Statewide Radio Communication

Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift

Days of Work: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Travel Required : Yes

Salary Range: $26.42 - $37.20 / hourly; $55,165 - $77,674 / annually

Classified Status: Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union: 207-Technical/AFSCME

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

MnDOT does not sponsor applicants for visas or Optional Practical Exam for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Servicing the Southwest area out of the MnDOT Marshall - Statewide Radio Communication Radio Shop.

As a Telecommunications Specialist, provide statewide radio communication services for the Southwest area of Minnesota. This position works in both a team environment and independently to maintain and improve the State of Minnesota's Allied Radio Matrix for Emergency Response (ARMER) system. The ARMER system is one of the largest P25 Motorola trunking systems in the world serving over 90,000 public safety professionals. The position also maintains and improves MnDOT's Road Weather Information System (RWIS) that provides real time road and weather information from 160 statewide monitoring sites. Daily work includes:

Performing installation, preventive maintenance, calibration and repairs on a variety of equipment and sensors, such as transmitters, receivers, site controllers, combiners, antenna systems, digital microwave,

Installing and supporting mobile two-way radios and portables.

Maintaining network backhaul equipment including routers, switches, and multiplexers.

Maintaining equipment inventory and database records.

Occasional instate travel for training, may include several overnight stays.

Minimum Qualifications

NOTE: To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

One year of electronics experience OR a certificate in Electronic Technology, Signal Support-Radio Operations or equivalent that demonstrates the following:

Skills in identifying and troubleshooting sensitive electronic equipment;

Application of analog and digital communication system concepts;

Knowledge of information technology networks, including wide-area and local-area networks;

Interpret detailed technical information sufficient to install, maintain, and repair electronic communication equipment; and

A valid Class D Driver's license.

NOTE: A general class FCC Radio-Telephone Operator License (GROL), or an Association of Public Safety Communications Officers (APCO) license is required within six (6) months of the hire date .

Preferred Qualifications

- An associate degree in Electronic Technology, Telecommunications, Computer Technology, or a closely related field.

Two or more years of related electronics experience.

Skill in soldering sensitive electronic equipment.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

SEMA4 Records Check

Criminal History Check

Employment Reference Check

Education/License Verification

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

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