Operates a broadcast transmitter or installs, maintains, repairs or operates television and radio equipment.
Positions in this class perform moderately complex maintenance of television and radio production equipment or have proficiency in the set-up of moderately complex broadcast facilities.
Operates radio and/or television transmitter; maintains program and transmitter logs. Installs, maintains, sets up and repairs television or radio equipment used in the production of programs; may assist higher-level technicians with the assembly, construction, installation or maintenance of equipment or facilities. Performs modifications of existing electronic equipment. Provides technical guidance or supervision to subordinate personnel.
Knowledge of electronic equipment, including maintenance and repair. Knowledge of radio and television production equipment. Knowledge of broadcasting standards. Knowledge of Federal Communications Commission rules and regulations governing radio and/or television transmission. Skill in the repair, maintenance and set-up of equipment used in the production of radio and television programs. Ability to supervise lower level technicians.
Some positions require possession of an FCC general class license.
A high school diploma and experience as a radio/television technician or in the repair and maintenance of electronic broadcasting equipment. An associate degree in a related area may substitute for required experience.