Communications Technician

CITY OF FRESNO, CA

2600 Fresno Street, Fresno, California 93721 United States

Posted: Nov 07, 2025

Salary: USD

Salary Top:7047

Full Time

Information Technology and Communication Services

Position Description

Come and join the City of Fresno in achieving our mission of Building a Better Fresno

Are you ready to be part of a dynamic team supporting essential communications systems in the heart of the City of Fresno? Join us as a Communications Technician and take your expertise to the next level In this role, you'll play a key part in installing, maintaining, and repairing advanced radio and electronic communications equipment used throughout the city's vehicles, facilities, and operations. If you have experience with telecommunications, enjoy troubleshooting complex systems, and are ready to make an impact, this is your opportunity to contribute to a vital public service while advancing your career in a rewarding field

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Install, repair, and maintain antennas, portable and mobile radio receivers, transmitters, base stations, microwave, and multiplex transmission systems used in City service.

Install and maintain various types of electronic equipment, including scanning receivers, electronic sirens, radar systems, sound reinforcement systems, video display terminals, DVRs, cameras, CAD/AVL tracking systems, electronic passenger counters, and telephone equipment.

Repair and replace digital displays, cameras, radios, and camera hard drives.

Perform preventive maintenance on vehicle and bus electronics.

Assist with radio frequency emission inspections in compliance with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations and prepare required FCC reports.

Maintain records, including timecards, work orders, schematics, and other related documents; enter data into and retrieve information from computerized work order management systems.

Assist new operators in using radio and telecommunications equipment.

Maintain and install electronic circuits, plan layouts, and install components and equipment; remove and repair equipment from retired or damaged vehicles. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Duties and schedules may vary by assignment and/or department, please inquire about specific duties and/or schedules if called upon for an interview. Incumbents may be required to work any shift; nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

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Current vacancies exist in the Department of Transportation (FAX). However, this classification also exists in the Information Services Department. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list created, with the option of extending that period at the Citys discretion. Should the competitive process be suspended for this recruitment, the eligibility list may be limited to three (3) months.

Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule

BENEFITS: UNIT 1 Classification - International Union of Operating Engineers, Stationary Engineers- IUOE (Local 39)

HEALTH INSURANCE: The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.

VACATION LEAVE: Accrue 8-15 hours per month.

SICK LEAVE: Eight (8) hours per month, available after 90 days.

SUPPLEMENTAL SICK- 40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum

HOLIDAYS: Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days.

SHORT TERM DISABILITY: Provided through California SDI program.

BILINGUAL PREMIUM: PAY: $100 per month

HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT: Eligible retirees can use remaining Sick Leave balance at 80% of hourly rate and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses, tax free.

RETIREMENT: City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.

DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits includes ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.

Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at

The Requirements

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination and do not assure placement on the eligible list.

Education and Experience:

Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent GED completion

AND

Two (2) years of experience equivalent in maintaining and repairing radio transmitting and receiving equipment, automotive electrical work, or similar work requiring technical aptitude, programming, and knowledge of electrical or network wiring and/or cabling.

The work experience section MUST be completed with detailed duties, dates and weekly hours worked for each title held. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application and will not be used to evaluate minimum requirements. Applications lacking a completed work experience section may be rejected.

Additional Requirements

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid California Class C Drivers License is required at the time of application and continued maintenance throughout the entire term of employment in this classification.

Depending on assignment area, may be required to obtain and maintain for the entire term of employment, a California Class B Drivers License with passenger endorsement and without airbrake restriction within the probationary period, or within twelve (12) months after being assigned to an area requiring such license.

Recruitment may be limited to a specific area of expertise as required by operational needs. The specific areas of expertise are listed below:

1. Telecommunications
2. Radio systems
3. Computer systems

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that are necessary to safely, effectively, and efficiently perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

This classifications physical demands involve medium work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Additionally, the following physical demands may be required: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, manual dexterity, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, walking.

How To Apply

APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION. PLEASE VISIT WWW.FRESNO.GOV/JOBS TO APPLY. For information on how to complete an on-line application, please view "Instruction Guide" on the City's website, Personnel Services Career Opportunities page, or call for assistance. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.

ALL CORRESPONDENCE regarding this recruitment and exam process will be sent via e-mail. All applicants will acknowledge such understanding when they complete their on-line application. Verify we have your correct e-mail address before you submit your application. It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email frequently to ensure they receive all pertinent communication from the Personnel Services Department on a timely basis. Applicants will receive an automatically generated confirmation e-mail upon a successful application submittal. The e-mail is the only proof of submittal.

It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email account and to ensure it is set up to accept emails from the City of Fresno. Dependent upon your settings, notices from the City of Fresno may be directed to the "junk mail" or "spam" folders. It is the applicant's responsibility to check these folders.

Applications must be submitted by midnight on the filing deadline or they will not be accepted for any reason. FOR THIS RECRUITMENT, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT PERMANENT FRESNO CITY EMPLOYEES APPLY THROUGH PEOPLESOFT SELF-SERVICE.

Selection Process

The selection process may consist of the following:

WRITTEN EXAMINATION: 100%: A job related written examination will be administered which may test a candidates knowledge of proper use of tools/equipment used in telecommunications, communication and electronic theory and its application to municipal communications systems and general questions related to appropriate safety practices, work orders, rules and regulations; or other topics related to a candidates training, experience and qualifications for the position of Communication Technician I.

Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list.

The Written Examination is tentatively scheduled for the week of December 8,

Veteran Preference Regulations

Candidates applying for veteran's preference are required to submit a copy of their DD214 with their application during the specified filing period. Evidence must be presented to indicate that the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service. Veterans, including City employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examination for which veteran's preference credit is requested. Qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at in advance of the examination.

Closing Date/Time: 11/20/2025

The City of Fresno is the largest city in the San Joaquin Valley and the fifth largest city in California, with a population of more than 545,000 residents. Fresno is the financial core of the San Joaquin Valley, and its economy relies on its large-scale agricultural production. Revitalization of Downtown Fresno's core and the construction of High Speed Rail are two of many exciting projects that continue to successfully support Fresno's growing economy.

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Located in the geographical center of California, Fresno offers many sights. From fertile agricultural fields, an abundance of lakes, and the snowy Sierra Nevada mountain range, the scenic variety in Fresno is large. Fresno also features a diverse selection of dining, shopping, farmers markets, vibrant arts and culture, wineries, as well as a variety of attractions. With 300 days of sunshine a year, the climate in Fresno is the source of its agricultural productivity, and allows year-round recreational activities including sailing, snow and water skiing, fishing, backpacking, and golfing.

Los Angeles is approximately four hours south and the San Francisco Bay Area is approximately three hours north. Fresno is located in proximity to three sites of natural beauty: Yosemite National Park, Kings Canyon National Park, and Sequoia National Park. Residents and visitors alike enjoy these scenes and others, including the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the Pacific Ocean.

Another advantage to living in Fresno is the exceptional housing that is available at lower price levels than California's other large metropolitan areas. There are four large school districts in the Fresno area: Fresno Unified, Central Unified, Sanger Unified and Clovis Unified. Fresno is the home of California State University, Fresno, as well as a number of other colleges and universities.

The people of Fresno enjoy a wide variety of social, cultural, athletic, educational and recreational activities in an affordable and clean living environment.

City Government

Fresno is a full-service charter city operating under a strong mayor form of government. There are seven Council Members. The Council appoints the City Attorney and the City Clerk. The Mayor is elected at- large and does not serve on the Council, but has veto power over certain actions taken by the City Council. The City Manager, who is appointed by the Mayor, is responsible for appointing all other department heads in the City