Public Safety Radio Technology Specialist I - Limited Service

at State of Vermont in Montpelier, Vermont, United States

Job Description

The Department of Public Safety is hiring a Radio Technology Specialist to help keep Vermont’s mission-critical public safety communication networks running well. This role will install and maintain land mobile radio (LMR) equipment in vehicles, offices, and at radio sites across the state. The Specialist will work closely with senior specialists to support and troubleshoot LMR systems, including climbing communication towers and conducting preventative maintenance to ensure systems are reliable and compliant with federal regulations.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in challenging environments. The ideal candidate will need to be comfortable working in extreme weather conditions, navigating remote terrain by 4WD, snow machine, or on foot, and performing physically demanding tasks like climbing and lifting.

This is a hands-on, field-based role with no option for telework, and the position will be expected to respond during emergency situations. 

As of July 14, 2025, the step 1 rate for pay grade 21 will be $24.59 per hour. 

Incumbents must be able to work under hazardous and/or physically demanding conditions (e.g. climbing, balancing, lifting in extreme heat or cold, in rain, snow, poor lighting, poor ventilation, fumes, ice, mud, etc.). The incumbent may be working outside during winter conditions or inside a climate-controlled area. The specialist uses 4-wheel drive vehicles, snowmobiles, tracked vehicles and snowshoes to access remote locations where the electronic equipment is housed. The specialist is required to climb communications structures up to 100' as part of their duties. The Specialist must be able to lift a minimum of 60 lbs.