ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT INSTALLER/REPAIRER

Position Overview

The Electronic Equipment Installer/Repairer performs skilled work in preparing new vehicles for installation of public safety emergency equipment for the Division of 911-Radio Network Services. The position performs installations, removals, and repair of video, emergency lighting, and other equipment commonly associated with public safety vehicles. They are also responsible for troubleshooting of radio and radar equipment. The ideal candidate is able to lift up to 75 pounds without assistance, and has experience in the repair of electronic, television, and radio equipment. This position offers an exceptional pension plan as well as benefits. We welcome all interested applicants who can meet the demands of the position to apply.

About the Agency

​​The Illinois State Police strives for excellence seeking to be one of the premiere policing agencies in the country. Our core values are Integrity, Service, and Pride. We are seeking individuals with similar values to join us on our mission to promote public safety.

Essential Functions

• Installs and removes 2-way mobile radio equipment, antenna systems, public address/siren systems, video systems, emergency lighting systems, and RF modems.
• Utilizes various hand and power tools such as electric air drills, wrenches, and soldering tools; Reads circuit schematics and wiring diagrams; Fabricates and wires special control and electronic equipment according to instruction.
• Constructs and prepares equipment for installation in new vehicles such as radio saddles and switchboxes; lifts and moves heavy communications and associated equipment weighing up to 75 pounds into and out of vehicles.
• Maintains written shop and job records and forms.
• Packs, loads, and transports equipment and materials to assist in the installation and maintenance of base stations’ microwave and control equipment at field sites statement, utilizing a state vehicle.
• Under the immediate supervision of an FCC licensed technician, maintains radio transmitting and receiving equipment.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of four (4) years of high school or technical school.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers at least six (6) months of experience in the maintenance, adjustment, and repair of radio or electronic equipment.
• Prefers at least six (6) months of experience in reading circuit schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Prefers at least six (6) months of experience using electronic testing equipment, hand and electric power tools, and soldering.

Employment Conditions

• Requires the ability to travel and possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Requires ability to lift 75 pounds without assistance.
• Requires the physical ability to perform the assigned duties.
• Requires finger and hand dexterity for the satisfactory completion of assigned duties.
• Requires exposure to unfavorable atmospheric conditions and varied temperatures.
• Requires the ability to pass an Illinois State Police background check and drug screening.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Benefits Package

The Illinois State Police offers a robust benefit package including:

• • Flexible work schedules in many program areas
  • Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
  • 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.
  • Pension Plan
  • Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs.
  • Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually.
  • Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service.
  • Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date.
  • Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually.