How to hire a radio technician

How to hire a radio technician, step by step

Here's a step-by-step radio technician hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a radio technician job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new radio technician
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your radio technician job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a radio technician for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   A radio technician's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, radio technicians from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of radio technicians.

   Type of Radio Technician	Description	Hourly rate
   Radio Technician		$14-24
   Electronics Technician	An electronics technician is responsible for the maintenance of the technology and electrical equipment to ensure its performance with the highest quality standards. Electronics technicians' duties include troubleshooting, replacing malfunction equipment components, upgrading technology and software systems, operating machines, diagnosing defects, analyzing blueprints, conducting system installations, and creating reports for technological procedures... Show more	$15-31
   Engineering Technician	An Engineering Technician's duties vary according to the industry or company, whether mechanical, industrial, civil, agricultural, or more. However, most of the time, the responsibilities often revolve around resolving technical issues, working with and assisting Engineers in building, assembling, designing, gathering and testing data, and conducting more manual activities... Show more	$17-46

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • RF
   • Test Equipment
   • Electronic Equipment
   • Radio Systems
   • Two-Way Radio
   • Two Way Radios
   • RAN
   • Communication Systems
   • Mobile Radios
   • Switches
   • Technical Support
   • FCC
   • Transmitters
   • Preventive Maintenance

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage telecommunications installation and repair for hospital Nortel network.
   • Install, maintain and upgrade PBX's of Nortel and other brands.
   • Wire the system cable, LMR cable, RF jumpers, power cable according to wiring schematics.
   • Work as move, add, and change technician on Nortel, GTE, and Fujitsu PBX's and station equipment.
   • Assemble pcb board, fiber optic and surface mount.
   • Consist of a complete replacement or overhaul of the previous LMR system.

   More radio technician duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your radio technician job description helps attract top candidates to the position. A radio technician salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for a radio technician in Montana may be lower than in California, and an entry-level radio technician usually earns less than a senior-level radio technician. Additionally, a radio technician with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average radio technician salary

   $39,253yearly

   $18.87 hourly rate

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   Entry-level radio technician salary

   $30,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 16, 2025

   Average radio technician salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$50,680	$24
   2	New York	$48,365	$23
   3	Washington	$46,699	$22
   4	Oregon	$45,415	$22
   5	Wisconsin	$43,307	$21
   6	Pennsylvania	$42,400	$20
   7	Virginia	$40,824	$20
   8	Minnesota	$40,402	$19
   9	North Carolina	$39,217	$19
   10	Arizona	$39,115	$19
   11	New Mexico	$38,958	$19
   12	Michigan	$38,612	$19
   13	Tennessee	$37,528	$18
   14	Florida	$36,400	$18
   15	Missouri	$36,071	$17
   16	Maryland	$34,475	$17
   17	Louisiana	$34,362	$17
   18	Kansas	$33,745	$16
   19	Ohio	$25,151	$12
   20	Colorado	$24,755	$12

   Average radio technician salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	University of California-Berkeley	$49,940	$24.01
   2	Oregon Health & Science University	$47,319	$22.75	2
   3	City of Louisville	$47,030	$22.61
   4	Mayo Clinic	$46,535	$22.37	29
   5	City of Scottsdale	$45,728	$21.98
   6	Monroe County	$43,299	$20.82	1
   7	Columbia Helicopters	$43,269	$20.80	1
   8	Legacy Health	$42,996	$20.67	13
   9	Minnesota State Fair	$42,711	$20.53
   10	Raytheon Technologies	$42,200	$20.29	23
   11	L3Harris	$41,945	$20.17	6
   12	MasTec	$39,919	$19.19	40
   13	Pacific Architects and Engineers	$39,449	$18.97
   14	Sinai Chicago	$39,137	$18.82
   15	State of North Dakota	$38,722	$18.62	1
   16	Samaritan Health Services Inc	$38,630	$18.57	3
   17	Ef Johnson Technologies, Inc.	$38,319	$18.42
   18	Staffworks Group	$38,317	$18.42	1
   19	Indian Health Service	$38,017	$18.28
   20	Day Wireless Systems	$37,961	$18.25

4. Writing a radio technician job description

   A good radio technician job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a radio technician job description:

   Radio technician job description example

   Founded in Boston, MA in 1902 by Reverend Edgar J Helms, Goodwill has been providing opportunities for men and women across America and around the world ever since. Goodwill Industries of Akron was established in 1927 in a one-room salon at the corner of Howard and Furnace Streets as a branch of Goodwill Industries of Cleveland. Today, we continue to flourish as we serve Summit, Portage, Medina, Ashland, and Richland counties. Our mission is to help individuals prepare for, find, and retain employment.

   In order to hire and retain employees who share our core values of commitment, teamwork, honesty, and customer service to carry forward this mission, we offer good benefits and opportunities for career development .

   
   

   A DAY IN THE LIFE AS A RADIO READING TECHNICIAN

   As a Radio Reading Technician you will be responsible for assisting the Manager with producing radio reading service content and broadcasts to serve those in need of such services while representing the agency in fulfilling its mission. Help oversee schedule content for broadcast. Assemble and direct volunteers to read content for broadcast in both pre-recorded and live feeds. Help maintain radio reading program equipment while working with other departments providing support to ensure quality of radio reading service is kept at high level.

   
   

   QUALIFICATIONS FOR A RADIO READING TECHNICIAN

   • Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
   • Knowledge of various disabilities
   • Excellent written and oral communication skills
   • Work experience in radio broadcasting highly desirable

   
   

   Are you self-motivated but also a team player? Are you able to work efficiently with an awareness of what is going on around you? Do you have excellent communication skills? Are you reliable? Do you have a positive attitude and take pride in your work? If so, then you might just be perfect for this position!

   
   

   WORK SCHEDULE

   You must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings as needed.

   
   

   ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

   We understand your time is valuable and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application . We look forward to meeting you!

   All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

   Goodwill Industries of Akron is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities/Females/Disability/Protected Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

   
   
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5. Post your job

   To find the right radio technician for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with radio technicians they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit radio technicians who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your radio technician job on Zippia to find and recruit radio technician candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit radio technicians, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new radio technician

   Once you've found the radio technician candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new radio technician. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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