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Wireless Communications Systems Technician 3 (In-Training)
State of Washington
Dept. of Transportation
Location
Washington, 98504
Salary
$78,912 - $106,104
per year
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves maintaining and repairing wireless communication systems that support highway operations and emergency services across several counties in eastern Washington.
The role requires traveling to field sites to troubleshoot and fix networking equipment, ensuring reliable radio and internet connections for transportation teams.
It's a great fit for someone with hands-on technical experience in wireless tech who enjoys working outdoors, solving problems independently, and collaborating with others in a fast-paced environment.
Key Requirements
- Expert knowledge in wireless networking, IP-based systems, and telecommunications
- Experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and repairing microwave systems, Ethernet switches, routers, and P25 Land Mobile Radio equipment
- Strong diagnostic, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills for complex issues
- Ability to work independently in field environments, including hazardous conditions and manual labor
- Familiarity with safety practices, inventory management, and secure networking (e.g., IPsec VLANs)
- Clear communication and teamwork skills for coordinating with engineers, technicians, and external agencies
- Willingness to travel regularly and respond to emergencies across multiple counties
Full Job Description
About WSDOT
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence.
Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state.
In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds the record for the world’s widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!
The Opportunity
WSDOT is seeking a skilled Wireless Communications Systems Technician 3 to provide technical expertise in wireless systems infrastructure, networking, and connectivity supporting the Eastern Region’s Land Mobile Radio (LMR) and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) equipment and field offices across Whitman, Adams, Spokane, Lincoln, Stevens, Ferry, and Pend Oreille counties.
This role will resolve complex issues in IP-based LMR, microwave, and network systems; perform inspection, maintenance, repair, and preventative care of wireless telecommunications equipment; and support reliable communications for highway operations through field-based troubleshooting, emergency response, and collaboration with engineers and fellow technicians.
A strong candidate will possess hands-on experience with wireless and IP networking technologies, diagnostic and problem-solving skills, knowledge of telecommunications and safety practices, the ability to work independently in field environments, and clear communication and teamwork skills.
What to Expect
This position will be required to perform hands-on work while exposed to hazardous conditions or materials including field site, roadway, construction or right of way activity, warehouse, or manufacturing. This position will also perform manual labor and operate machinery or equipment.
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Wireless Communications Systems Technician 3 will:
- Serve as a technical expert, applying expert-level knowledge in wireless networking for WSDOT area offices and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) devices.
- Travel regularly between different locations throughout the Eastern Region; perform emergency repairs.
- Maintain enhanced IP communications systems.
- Install, configure, manage, maintain, and repair digital IP-based microwave systems; manage and maintain Ethernet switches and routers.
- Create and maintain secure (IPsec) VLAN networks; install, configure, manage, maintain, and repair IP networking systems.
- Maintain inventory records, install, repair, and program IP-based P25 700 MHz/800 MHz digital trunked repeaters, base stations, and control systems.
- Interface and coordinate with other regional staff to ensure the seamless statewide operations of the wireless P25 Land Mobile Radio system.
- Provide service for conventional radio control stations, base stations for other government entities.
- Initiate and maintain relationships with other agencies and partners.
- Develop, manage, and maintain a live inventory of coordinated IP lists and network programming parameters.
- Install, configure, and maintain legacy systems; install, configure, maintain, and assist in the development of interoperability solutions and equipment.
Qualifications
This is a Wireless Communications Systems Technician 3 position.
However, the hiring manager reserves the right to fill the position at a lower level in the classification series based on candidate qualifications, providing an opportunity for an individual to gain the required experience on the job as part of a formal “in-training” plan.
To be considered for this opportunity at the highest level, the following are required:
- Electronics & Communications Systems Expertise: Demonstrates applied competency maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing complex electronic communications systems, including two-way RF, microwave carrier, and IP-based network systems.
- Technical Documentation Interpretation: Skills and experience accurately interpret and apply technical manuals, schematics, drawings, and specifications to diagnose issues, perform installations, and complete repairs.
- Foundational Technical Readiness: Ability to apply foundational knowledge and problem-solving skills to technical and operational communications environments.
- Independent Field Operations: Experience independently installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing sophisticated communications equipment with professionalism and reliability.
- Engineering Principles & Policy Application: Experience applying electrical, electronic, and wireless engineering principles along with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies to ensure compliant and effective system operations.
- Antenna & Transmission Infrastructure Maintenance: Skilled at safely installing, maintaining, and servicing antennas, transmission lines, and waveguides, including work performed at heights of up to 300 feet.
- Mission-Critical Radio & Network Systems Support: Skills to operate, maintain, and repair P25 700/800 MHz trunked radio, microwave carrier, and data network systems supporting critical communications.
- Remote Site Access & Specialized Equipment Operation: Ability to safely access and services remote communications sites using specialized vehicles and equipment in varied terrain and weather conditions.
- Diagnostic & Test Equipment Proficiency: Skills and ability to use electronic test and diagnostic tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, TDRs, service monitors, multimeters, network analyzers) to evaluate performance and isolate faults.
- Computer & Technology Utilization: Ability to proficiently utilize computer systems, mobile devices, GPS, and related technologies to support technical operations, documentation, and communication.
- Effective Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with supervisors, coworkers, and customers through effective verbal and written communication.
- Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
- Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.
In addition to the competencies above, the following are also required:
- Ability to respond to emergency callouts, including after-hours situations, to restore or maintain critical communications infrastructure.
- Ability to pass and maintain a General Radiotelephone Operator Licensed issued by the FCC within the first six (6) months of hire or within the in-training plan.
- Maintain a valid driver’s license and the ability to operate state-owned vehicles.
- Ability to maneuver and transport various materials and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work at heights up to 300 feet.
- Ability to perform work effectively in extreme or adverse weather conditions while maintaining safety, situational awareness, and operational effectiveness.
- Ability to perform physical duties necessary to service equipment in confined, or awkward positions, including bending, twisting, reaching, balancing, climbing, and working above shoulder level, below waist level, or while lying on the back.
- Ability to perform work safely using appropriate personal protective equipment for assigned tasks and environments.
- Ability to pass and maintain a Washington State Patrol background check.
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
- Advanced Networking & Radio Systems Knowledge: Demonstrates additional technical knowledge obtained through formal education and/or professional experience in Ethernet networking, radio propagation, advanced data networking, or L3Harris Land Mobile Radio systems.
*To review the full Position Description, please follow the directions in the Contact Us section of this posting.
Important Notes
- This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
- This position is not eligible for remote work.
- Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- This position is eligible for an additional 10% assignment pay, in addition to the base salary, while performing assigned job responsibilities requiring work at heights above four (4) feet at communication tower sites or are at the same remote location directly supervising an employee performing these duties.
- Wireless Communications Systems Technician 2: $78,912 – $96,144
In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position.
For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.
Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
This is a Wireless Communications Systems Technician 3 position.
However, the hiring manager reserves the right to fill the position at a lower level in the classification series based on candidate qualifications, providing an opportunity for an individual to gain the required experience on the job as part of a formal “in-training” plan.
The base salaries for each level are: Wireless Communications Systems Technician 3: $87,048 – $106,104
Why WSDOT
- Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle.
- Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
- Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
- Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.
Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?
How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:
- An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
- An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
- Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. NOTE: This information may be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.
Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.
WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency.
Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.
All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply.
Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.
Contact Us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at Robyn.Lovely@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 26DOT-HQ-05273 in the subject line.
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