Public Safety Radio Communications Field Service Technician – Multiple Locations – Sign-on Bonus!

Do you have education or work experience in the electronics field with an emphasis on public safety, business or utility land mobile radio, or fixed microwave systems? Do you hold an FCC-issued amateur radio service license? Have you worked on vehicle-borne or fixed radio sites in the military or other government services? Do you currently work in a radio frequency related industry like cellular, business, or broadcast and are looking for a change? If your interests, education, or experience include one or more of these activities, you may be a great fit for the Wisconsin State Patrol’s Bureau of Network Engineering and Data Infrastructure (BNEDI)!

Wisconsin State Patrol’s BNEDI is seeking a dedicated professional who values public service and the needs of Wisconsin citizens. The BNEDI team requires a diverse and team-oriented mindset, effective communication skills, self-motivation, and integrity. If you enjoy providing excellent customer service, motivating and supporting team members, and challenging yourself in a fast-past work environment, the BNEDI team may be the right fit for you! 

Join the BNEDI team and help support and maintain the public safety land mobile radio and data backhaul communications systems for the Wisconsin State Patrol and other public safety users as a Public Safety Radio Communications Field Service Technician (Network Communications Systems Analyst-Advanced).

There are two vacancies being filled:

• One will be headquartered at the Southwest Region, Tomah Post (23928 Lester McMullen Drive, Tomah, WI).
• One will be headquartered at the Southwest Region, Tomah Post (23928 Lester McMullen Drive, Tomah, WI) OR DeForest Post (911 W North Street, DeForest, WI).

WisDOT is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of paid leave time to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that roll over each year.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan options start at just $49/month for single plans and $122/month for family plans after two months of employment)
• A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position’s requirements
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being
• Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!

In addition to our generous employee benefits, we strive for inclusivity and celebrate different religious holidays and cultural observances and provide flexibility for utilizing paid time off for such celebrations. For more information on WisDOT you can visit our website by clicking here.

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is an organization dedicated to creating transportation solutions through innovation and exceptional service. We are committed to fostering an environment rooted in Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, and Accountability.  Click here to learn more about how we apply these values in our work.

These positions may require frequent travel to other headquarters as needed.

Note: If you previously applied in July 2026, you do not need to apply again for consideration.  

Public Safety Radio Communications Field Service Technicians use Electronics, Radio Frequency, and basic IT knowledge and skills to support complex two-way radio and data backhaul networks. These positions support telecommunications and public safety equipment at fixed locations and in vehicles to maintain communication services for public safety agencies in Wisconsin including Wisconsin State Patrol, DMA, DNR, Federal users, and State Capitol Police along with many other federal, state, municipal and tribal public safety agencies.

These positions identify, diagnose, troubleshoot, and support the radio frequency, data backhaul network, and IT systems across the state for State Patrol, DNR, and Wisconsin Interoperable System for Communications (WISCOM). WISCOM is a statewide, mission-critical, public safety-grade first responder telecommunication system that includes network devices (switches, routers, etc.), telecommunications systems (microwave radios, base stations, repeaters, etc.), emergency power equipment and various other devices.

These positions will maintain a segment of the statewide land mobile radio and data backhaul network across the region, coordinating with other technicians to integrate their region of operation into the entire network/telecommunications system. Technicians maintain systems and integrate equipment in the region, while assisting in the maintenance and implementation of systems statewide. These positions assist in coordinating maintenance schedules, monitoring inventory, and calibrating test and diagnostic instruments.

Successful applicants should have knowledge of radio frequency (RF) radio systems, electronics, and basic IT systems networking.
 

Successful applicants in the past have come from:

• Commercial land mobile radio industry
• Municipal or federal government agencies with experience in two-way radio systems
• Commercial telecommunications industry
• Military with training and experience in radio frequency communications systems and use of radio/satellite equipment
• Background and/or education courses and degrees in Electronics Technology, Electrical Engineering, and related fields

These positions are in schedule-range (06-63) with an hourly rate of $32.64-$38.76, plus excellent benefits. A twelve month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.

These positions are responsible for on-call coverage for radio network outages on a regular, rotating basis with other technicians. During a designated rotation, the on-call assignment begins at the end of the workday and ends at the beginning of the next workday, Monday through Friday. The position is then on-call 24 hours for the following Saturday and Sunday. The on-call rotation concludes at the beginning of the workday at the start of the following week. Pay incentives provided for on-call coverage during a designated rotation. 

Successful applicants must have the ability to drive a state issued vehicle and independently respond to emergencies and routine maintenance along with supporting communications systems located in remote locations 24/7/365. This will include responding to emergencies on a 24-hour basis and working alone at night in remote locations.

Employees will be assigned a state-owned full-size sport utility vehicle or truck that may be kept at their home location (up to 45 miles from headquarters).

Please click on the link for more information: https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/dsp/about/bureaus/bnedi.aspx 

A comprehensive background investigation will be conducted as part of the recruitment process for top candidates. The background investigation will seek and obtain information and records pertaining to your background as it relates to the job, whether such information is public, private, favorable, unfavorable, or confidential in nature. Background investigations may include but are not limited to: FBI fingerprinting and criminal history, driving/motor vehicle history, present and former employers, military service, and any private citizen who may be able to speak to your qualifications. 

This state agency does not sponsor work visas.  This state agency is not enrolled in USCIS E-Verify and is not eligible to employ international F-1 students seeking STEM-OPT extension.  Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.

Sign-on Bonus of $2000 for eligible employees who agree to remain in the position for one year. $1000 will be paid on first paycheck and $1000 will be paid after completing probation. Eligible employees cannot be current state employees or have previous state service within the last five years in a permanent position, within executive branch, or non-UW position.

Candidates must meet all the following:

• Training or experience with non-IT/IP networking electronics technology related topics such as analog or digital public safety, business or other land mobile radio, and/or fixed microwave systems. 

• Training or experience with installation, service, or maintenance of analog and digital AC or DC electronics and circuits.

• Training or experience in technical service or technical support related activities such as preventative maintenance, servicing of electronics or telecommunications equipment, etc.

Apply online! To apply, click “Apply for Job” to start the application process.  Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don’t have an account. Once you are logged in, click “Apply for Job.” Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.

This application requires you to submit a resume and letter of qualifications. Within your resume and letter of qualifications, you should describe your education, training, and experience as it relates to items listed in the “Qualifications” section of the job announcement. Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for the position. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, please view the Resume and Letter of Qualifications Tips document. Please view the ensuring a fair and equitable hiring process document to find out more information on the State of WI selection process.  The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume within 1-3 pages. Any resumes or letters of qualifications submitted with more than 3 pages will not be considered after page 3. 

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability.  If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page and review method 2 for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.

Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. For general wisc.jobs user information and if you are experiencing issues and need technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Frequently Asked Questions page. Questions related to obtaining the job description and details about this specific job posting can be directed to Marley Hellenbrand at 608-267-3269 or [email protected].

The deadline to apply is 11:59pm CST on Wednesday, October 28th.