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# Core Technician

- **Company:** Zachary Piper
- **Location:** Washington, DC, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $72,800.0 - $83,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** System Testing, Performance Testing, Reliability of Systems
- **Published:** September 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us07fcffd3924d2863e9038b946ebd3faf/eaa

## About the Role

* Possess 3+ years of experience troubleshooting Motorola Land Mobile Radio (LMR) systems.
 * Demonstrate hands-on experience supporting Motorola P25 radio infrastructure.
 * Maintain a strong understanding of RF communications and radio network operations.
 * Exhibit experience with radio site deployment, maintenance, and operational support.
 * Communicate effectively with technical teams, customers, and mission stakeholders.
 * Be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret Service Public Trust clearance.

## Description

Piper Companies is seeking a Core Technician to support the United States Secret Service's mission-critical communications infrastructure in Washington, D.C. This onsite position is responsible for installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting Motorola P25 radio systems that support secure federal operations. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with Motorola Land Mobile Radio (LMR) technologies and a proven ability to support critical communications environments.
Responsibilities

 * Install, configure, and maintain Motorola P25 radio infrastructure and associated communications equipment.
 * Build, stage, test, and deploy radio site packages for operational and customer requirements.
 * Perform preventative maintenance on radio sites to ensure system reliability and uptime.
 * Troubleshoot and resolve radio infrastructure issues at customer and field locations.
 * Prepare communications equipment for planned events, special operations, and emergency response deployments.
 * Conduct system testing, diagnostics, and performance validation activities.
 * Document maintenance procedures, deployment activities, and technical findings.


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