Radio Technician - Examination

Application Open Date: 07/13/2026

Application Close Date: 07/27/2026

SALARY: $25.93 - $29.24 per hour.

APPLICATION INFORMATION 

This application is not for an immediate opening, by submitting an application you are applying to take a Civil Service Examination for the opportunity to be placed on an Eligible List for a future opening. To learn more about the Civil Service examinations and Eligible Lists please visit the Cleveland Civil Service Webpage:  FAQs | City of Cleveland Ohio

To determine if you qualify to take the examination you must include/attach any required documents (i.e. Resume, Certifications, Driver’s License, etc…) to support you meet the Minimum Qualifications at the time of submitting your application. Please read the Minimum Qualification section carefully, you may attach PDF or JPEG

EXPERIENCE EVALUATION: An experience evaluation consists of a quantitative evaluation of an Applicant’s academic training and experience pertinent to the classification for which an examination is taken, based on the statement of experience as recorded on the candidate’s application and on academic training based on required credentials.

Under supervision, performs skilled technical work and services for the City of Cleveland's 800 MHz Radio System. Installs, troubleshoots, and maintains the two-way radios, base and control stations, antenna systems, cellular telephones, mobile data terminals, AVL/GPS, light bars, sirens, radar, Automatic License Plate Readers, and all related communications and electronic equipment as needed. Designs, implements, and documents unique systems, wiring, and/or circuits in response to custom needs and requirements. Develops and implements various two-way mobile and portable radio subscriber templates. Maintains electronic inventory control. Escorts outside vendors, technicians, etc. and conducts inspections of their work when called to a work site. May drive medium duty (approx. 38,000 lbs.) trucks. Maintains radio and other electronic equipment in proper working order. Maintains accurate records on all work performed. Prepares program and reports and correspondence. Conducts research and provides statistical results on systems, work performed, etc. Provides information and assistance to other departments, outside agencies, and the public. Works as assigned during any emergency activation of the City Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Participates in City and/or regional drills or exercises to facilitate onsite communications or establish procedures or protocols for emergency situations. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

High School Diploma or GED required.  Two years of full-time paid experience in radio system technology or related field with an emphasis in installing, servicing, troubleshooting, and maintaining vehicle electronics, digital two-way radio systems or any related electronic equipment and systems. (Substitution:  An Associate’s Degree or the equivalent vocational training with major coursework in Communications Technology may substitute for the required experience.)  Valid State of Ohio Driver’s License required.  Must be familiar with computers and have a working knowledge of Microsoft operating system and Office Suite.  Must be able to perform work in various settings and in all weather conditions for long shifts and/or irregular hours in case of emergency.  Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds.  (For reference purposes, some related fields similar would be: vehicle electronics technicians; car audio installers; radio system repair workers; persons who repair or fabricate circuit boards, work with direct current circuits, have a good fundamental knowledge of ip based radio systems, or have experience in working on equipment with vehicles like automatic vehicle locators, global positioning systems, or have worked in a shop putting lights and other electronics in vehicles; persons who work in the cellular industry as either an installer of cellular equipment in vehicles or on a cellular site in the field.)

Reminder: Minimum qualifications must be met as of the last day of the accepting applications. You must upload these documents at the time of submitting your application or email the documents to [email protected] and include the Job Title in the email. 

CLEVELAND MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (CMSD) PREFERENCE CREDIT 

An applicant who is a graduate of the Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD) and is participating in an open competitive entrance-level examination, as determined by the Commission, shall receive an additional five (5) points upon achieving a passing score, as established in the examination announcement.  Applicants must provide acceptable proof of graduation from a CMSD school at the time of application in order to qualify for this credit.

Veterans' preference will be awarded, when applicable, to eligible veterans in accordance with Civil Service Rules 4.40E, 4.40F and 4.40G. Proof of active service or a DD Form 214, must be presented to the Commission at the time of filing application for the examination in which credit is sought in order to qualify for veterans' credit. If the applicant has received an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions that applicant shall receive an additional five (5) points added to their raw score on the examination; or ten (10) points are added to their raw score on the examination if applicant’s supporting documentation indicates more than fifteen percent (15%) service connected disability.   NOTE: Only DD Form 214 (long form) or an official armed service document indicating type of discharge or separation and the dates of active service will be accepted as proof of active service.

Reminder: To determine if you qualify to take the examination you must include/attach any required documents (i.e. Resume, Certifications, Driver’s License, etc…) to support you meet the Minimum Qualifications. Please read the Minimum Qualification section carefully, you may attach PDF or JPEG

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin/ancestry, military status, disability, age and religion. 

The City's guiding principles are as follows: Placing Clevelanders at the Center, Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work, Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives, Leading with Trust and Transparency, Striving for Equity in All We Do, and Embracing Change. All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.