Job Description

Cy-Fair Fire Department

Harris County ESD #9

Vacancy Announcement:

Radio Technician II (Full-Time)

Announcement Date: September 23, 2025

Announcement Close: October 24, 2025

The Cy-Fair Fire Department is seeking a skilled Radio Technician II to support our mission by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing critical public safety communication systems. This position plays a vital role in ensuring that our radios, alerting systems, and communications equipment operate reliably to support emergency response and daily operations. As a Radio Technician II, you will install and program radio equipment, support mobile and portable devices, maintain fire station alerting systems, and provide 24/7 on-call communications support as needed. The position of Radio Technician II is classified as a full-time hourly non-exempt position.

Pay Rate: $33.91 per hour + .20 per year for longevity

Retirement: TCDRS 7% employee contribution, 14% employer contribution

457B Voluntary retirement account, Department contribution matches up to 3%.

Insurance:

Medical

• Currently through Blue Cross Blue Shield

PPO HSA $5,000: The Department covers 100% of the employee premium and 90% of the family. The department makes a quarterly contribution towards the HSA account.

Dental and Vision

• Currently through Guardian

The Department covers 90% of the employee premium and 70% for family.

Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Currently through Guardian

The Department pays 100% of the premium.

Life Insurance - $50,000 policy

• The Department pays 100% of the premium.

Supplemental Insurance:

The Department partners with Aflac for supplemental insurance. This is available for purchase by the employee. Additional Life insurance is available for purchase by the employee.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, maintain, and repair mobile, portable, and fixed radio equipment, including dispatch consoles, repeaters, fire station alerting systems, and microwave systems.
• Program and troubleshoot radio communications devices, vehicle data modems, and portable alerting devices.
• Support department-issued smartphones and cellular devices.
• Maintain up-to-date radio inventory, frequency/channel lists, and repair documentation.
• Provide 24/7 on-call support as required.
• Assist with installation of structured wiring (CAT5, CAT6, RG6, low voltage).
• Operate, maintain, and repair communications equipment on the mobile command vehicle.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 years of progressively skilled, relevant experience in radio communications systems.
• Strong technical knowledge of RF technologies, radio programming and electrical theory.
• Ability to install and maintain mobile electronics, radios, and emergency equipment in vehicles.
• Valid Texas driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• APCO Radio Technician certification.
• FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL).
• FEMA NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800 certifications.
• FEMA NIMS ICS All-Hazard Communications Technician certification.
• It is the policy of the Cy-Fair Fire Department to subject all applicants to the following:
• Medical Physical and drug testing
• Background Screening includes criminal record search, employment verification, sanction screening (NHDB), sex offender registry search

EEO Statement:

Cy-Fair Fire Department is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, veteran status, religion, sex, or national origin.

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