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Position Details

Radio Frequency Systems Technician at CENTRAL COMMUNICATIONS

Job Status: Open Currently Accepting Applications

Application Deadline: 06/23/2026

Major Job Function

JOB DESCRIPTION Installation, repair, and maintenance of RF systems and dispatch centers. RF Systems Technicians must have a working knowledge Project 25 telecommunications equipment installation and repair. Must be able to be on call 24/7 within the needed rotation, as the job requires. Must be able to travel with minimal notice when required.

Training and Experience

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Minimum Experience: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Communications, IT, Radio Frequency Engineer or a closely related field is preferred; and seven (7) years trunked simulcast Phase 2 network experience. Military specialized training in tactical or higher echelon communications is preferred; or any combination of experience, education, and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. PROFESSIONAL LICENSES Possession of a valid Florida Driver’s license required. Within fourteen days (14) days of employment, the employee is required to pass level four (4), Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) certification training. Current CJIS guidelines determine the level and may change periodically. Certification is obtained by successfully completing web-based training courses that cover physical security, incident response, the protection of information, and other IT-specific security threats, vulnerabilities, and risks.

How to Apply

Employment Application Form (PDF)

You can fill out the application electronically, but you cannot submit it electronically.
Please print the completed application, sign and date it, then deliver it to Human Resources by one of the following methods:

  • Hand deliver to our office
  • Scan and email to Human Resources
  • Mail via overnight, priority, or regular mail to:
    Columbia County Board of County Commissioners
    Human Resources
    PO Box 1529, Lake City, FL 32056-1529
  • Fax (least preferred due to transmission quality issues)

Contact Us

Human Resources

Office Hours

Monday-Friday
8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Contact Information

Phone: 386-758-3351
Fax: 386-758-2182

Email: hr@columbiacountyfla.com

Location

135 NE Hernando Avenue, Suite 203
Lake City, FL 32055-1529 (opens in new window)

Mailing Address

P O Box 1529
Lake City, FL 32056-1529

Public Records

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Board of County Commissioners
Tel. (386) 758-1326
Fax: (386) 758-2182
Email: publicrecords@columbiacountyfla.com

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 1529
Lake City, FL 32056-1529

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