Radio Technician
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Radio Technician
Salary
$24.72 - $40.42 Hourly
Location
Marquette, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Job Number
0801-26-22-44SF
Department
Technology, Management and Budget
Opening Date
02/27/2026
Closing Date
3/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
SCIENTIFIC AND ENGINEERING (SEIU)
Description
Benefits
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Job Description
About DTMB:
The Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) (https://youtu.be/H_IrVnVjcoA) supports the business operations of state agencies through a variety of services, including building management and maintenance, information technology, centralized contracting and procurement, budget and financial management, space planning and leasing, construction management, motor vehicle fleet operations, and oversight of the state retirement systems.
About the position:
This employee is assigned to a departmental radio/communication repair facility. The employee performs a range of radio/communications technician assignments and receives close supervision. The function of this position is to install, repair, program, and perform scheduled maintenance on Integrated in-vehicle equipment to include but not limited to two-way radios, wireless accessories, computers, modems, printers, docking stations, radars, in-car digital cameras, electronic sirens, scanner receivers, vehicle repeaters and other electronic equipment operated by the State of Michigan. This position also includes being able to perform repairs and maintenance on critical infrastructure equipment. This equipment includes digital microwave radios, servers, routers, switches, hubs, and other LAN/WAN networking equipment. Position also requires knowledge of computer operating systems such as Unix and Microsoft Windows to provide support for critical system components such as servers.
View Position Description here:
Radio Communication Technician 8-10 (https://mcsc.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/RCT%208-E10%20UPDATE.docx)
Position Location: This position is located in Marquette, MI. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.
Candidates selected for this position must complete the Michigan State Police background check. This extensive background check requires fingerprinting for state and federal criminal background records. The background search will include, but is not limited to arrests, criminal charges, criminal convictions, and any information regarding contact with a criminal justice agency.
This is a test designated position. To be considered for this position you must:
Possess a valid driver's license.
Possess a medical examiner certification prior to offer.
Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of an associate's degree in electronic technology.
Experience
Radio Communications Technician 8
No specific @type or amount is required.
Radio Communications Technician 9
One year of experience equivalent to a Radio/Communications Technician 8.
Radio Communications Technician E10
Two years of experience equivalent to Radio/Communications Technician, including one year equivalent to a Radio/Communications Technician 9.
Additional Requirements and Information
You must attach a detailed resume to your application (word or pdf). You will also need to attach (word/ pdf) a cover letter describing what strengths and work experience you bring to this position. Failure to do so will result in your application packet being screened out as incomplete. If applicable, attach copies of official college transcripts to your application. (Internet version of transcripts will not be accepted) Failure to attach applicable transcripts may result in your application being screened out.
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
Some positions may require Federal Communications Commission (FCC) licensure.
View the entire job specification at:
https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/R/RadioCommunicationsTechnician.pdf
DTMB does not participate in STEM-OPT.
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
More details on benefits for our new hires are below:
Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state's military and veterans; rebuild our state's infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.
Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees' annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.
Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state's contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.
Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.
Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.
Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year's Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.
Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.
Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.
Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.
Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Please view Student Loan Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.
Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.
Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.
Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.
Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park-just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan's affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.
Updated: 2/28/24
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RACCTCH - Do you possess one of the following: An associate's degree in electronic technology. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts; OR a bachelor's degree or higher with 16 semester (24 term) credits in job specific or related course work. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts; OR Three years of experience as a radio communications technician, three years of experience as an electronics technician performing electronics component repair, or three years of experience as an information technology technician working on computer hardware or infrastructure.
Yes
No
02
Do you possess any military service, trade, or technical school training to that of a radio communications technician?
Yes
No
03
RACCTCH - Please select your level of experience.
None to one year of experience equivalent to a Radio/Communications Technician 8
One to two years of experience equivalent to Radio/Communications Technician
Two to three years of experience equivalent to a Radio/Communications Technician
At least three years of experience equivalent to a Radio/Communications Technician
04
How many years of experience do you have with Basic Radio Principals and Maintenance?
None
Less than 1 year
1 to 3 years
3 to 5 years
More than 5 years
05
If you indicated you have experience with basic radio principals and maintenance, please describe AND make sure that you document this experience in the experience portion of your application. If you do not possess this experience, please enter "none."
06
Do you have any experience with Networking Systems?
None
Less than 1 year
1 to 3 years
3 to 5 years
More than 5 years
07
If you indicated you have experience with Networking Systems, please describe. If you do not possess this experience, please enter "none."
08
How many years of experience do you have with Public Safety or Military Communications?
None
Less than 1 year
1 to 3 years
3 to 5 years
More than 5 years
09
If you indicated you have experience with Networking Systems, please describe. If you do not possess this experience, please enter "none."
10
How many years of experience do you have working with Radio Trunking Systems?
None
Less than 1 year
1 to 3 years
3 to 5 years
More than 5 years
11
If you indicated you have experience with Radio Trunking Systems, please describe. If you do not possess this experience, please enter "none."
12
Describe what experience you have with Communication Test Equipment, such as service monitor, spectrum analyzer, power meter, frequency counter, laptop, serial communications software, etc...
13
How many years of experience programming and repairing mobile and portable radios?
None
Less than 1 year
1 to 3 years
3 to 5 years
More than 5 years
14
If you indicated, you have experience programming and repairing mobile and portable radios please describe. If you do not possess this experience, please enter "none."
15
Did you attach your resume, cover letter, and transcripts? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
No
Yes
16
Do you currently possess a medical examiner certification or have the ability to obtain one prior to final offer?
Yes
No
17
In accordance with federal law, all new employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three business days of beginning employment. Can you, after employment, submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States?
Yes
No
Required Question
Employer
State of Michigan
Department
Technology, Management and Budget
Address
DTMB-HR@michigan.gov
Elliott-Larsen Bldg., 2nd fl., 320 S. Walnut Street
Lansing, Michigan, 48909
Phone
Attn: HR Office
Website
https://www.michigan.gov/dtmb
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