Keep looking, there are good smart young guys out there that eager to learn and will start at lower payscale. Try posting a job listing on Monster.com, request resume by e-mail ONLY and you won't believe how many responses you will get. I just hired a very electronics savy kid. He learned half of what I know in 2 weeks and I've been doing this for over 7 years. Get someone between 20 and 24 years old.