What is a two-way radio technician and how to become one

Key steps to become a two-way radio technician

1. Explore two-way radio technician education requirements

   Most common two-way radio technician degrees

   Associate

   52.2 %

   Bachelor's

   23.9 %

   High School Diploma

   17.4 %

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2. Start to develop specific two-way radio technician skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Two Way Radios	27.01%
   RF	17.84%
   Trouble Shoot	17.14%
   Public Safety Radio	11.58%
   Mobile Radios	7.83%

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3. Complete relevant two-way radio technician training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-2 years on post-employment, on-the-job training. New two-way radio technicians learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a two-way radio technician based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real two-way radio technician resumes.

4. Research two-way radio technician duties and responsibilities

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   • Provide rehabilitation to adults with severe/profound developmental disabilities.
   • Provide rehabilitation to adults with severe/profound developmental disabilities.

5. Apply for two-way radio technician jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a two-way radio technician job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams