Broadcast Equipment Technician

Broadcast Equipment Technician

06 Feb 2025
Washington, Seattle-tacoma, 98101 Seattle-tacoma USA

Broadcast Equipment Technician

Overview

Cascade PBS’s mission is to inform and inspire our community to make the world a better place.

Our vision is to be the most essential and relevant media organization in the region.

Ensure KCTS 9 television production, transmission, and distribution meets PBS audio, video and technical standards to reach more people, build a strong organization and inspire a smarter world while demonstrating Cascade PBS’s values of integrity, community, innovation and diversity.

Hourly Rate: $34.85 - $35.55 per hour

Apply Here:

https://www.cascadepublicmedia.org/careers/opening/broadcast-equipment-technician-0

Cascade PBS offers competitive benefits to team members working 20 hours or more a week.

Benefits include:

11 paid holidays

1 personal holiday

12 days of vacation to start

10 days of sick

Half-day Fridays during Summer

Company-matched 401(k) Retirement Plan that is fully-vested immediately

Employer paid ORCA card

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Medical

Dental 

Vision

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

-Install, maintain, repair and monitor broadcast and production equipment: master control, servers, cameras, routing switchers, -converters, monitoring, satellite reception, distribution, and test equipment

-Create and maintain accurate and detailed systems documentation

-Implement preventive maintenance schedules

-Collaborate with Engineering team to design broadcast and production systems

-Order and maintain inventory of supplies

-Support broadcast and production network environments

-Follow best practices for maintaining the security, availability and integrity of broadcast and production media systems and data

-Support Senior Broadcast Operations Engineer at KCTS / KYVE site as needed

-Work with Producers, Directors and Production Managers to identify technical production and event requirements

-Establish and maintain positive relationships with vendors, manufacturers, contractors, and broadcasters

-Train others to use broadcast audio/video and computer equipment and systems

-Collaborate with other team members to foster a positive and productive culture and contribute toward the overall growth of Cascade PBS.

-Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

-Demonstrated ability to quickly identify problems, seek advice and expertise when needed, and deliver solutions required.

-Advanced working knowledge and ability to operate and maintain audio, video, broadcast electronics and computer systems required

-Understanding of a broad range of computer operating systems, applications and hardware required

-Understanding of TCP/IP protocols (e.g. HTTP, FTP, SNMP, NTP) and how TCP/IP-based services work (DNS, DHCP) required

-Knowledge of RF and wireless systems required

-Experience with IP-based broadcast technologies preferred

-Systems integration experience preferred

-Effective, professional, and timely communications with team members and clients.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

-AA degree in electronic technology from an accredited technical school or equivalent experience required

-Three years’ experience in broadcast television or equivalent required

-Two years’ experience as an engineer/technician for studio, venue, or remote productions required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

-Ability to regularly type on a keyboard

-Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 30 pounds required

-Ability to climb required

-Must have a valid driver’s license or reliable means of transportation to meet requirements of the job

-Ability to use a variety of hand tools, power tools and various machines

-Ability to work outside regular business hours as needed

The hiring process for this role will include a phone screen and a virtual or in-person panel interview. In some instances, additional panel interviews may take place. If you need reasonable accommodation during the job application or interview process, please contact us at jobs@kcts9.org.

Apply Here:

https://www.cascadepublicmedia.org/careers/opening/broadcast-equipment-technician-0

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