Senior Remote Area Transmitter Technologist (T & I) (On-site)

CBC/Radio-Canada; San Juan de Terranova; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A major broadcasting corporation in Canada is seeking a Senior Remote Area Transmitter Technologist to join their St. John's team. This role involves installing and maintaining transmission equipment and systems, ensuring optimal performance. The ideal candidate should possess a relevant technologist diploma and strong problem-solving skills. The position requires occasional travel to remote sites and a valid driver's license. This is a full-time, on-site role.

Qualifications

• Must have a two-year Post-Secondary technologist diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge regarding maintenance of equipment and systems required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, and modify transmission equipment.
• Document repairs and preventive maintenance procedures.
• Maintain complete transmitter sites including buildings and grounds.

Skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Reliable and autonomous

Education

Two-year Post-Secondary technologist diploma

Tools

Satellite communication systems

Transmission equipment

Job description

Overview

Position Title: Senior Remote Area Transmitter Technologist (T & I) (On-site)

Status of Employment: Permanent

Position Language Requirement: English

Language Skills: English (Reading), English (Speaking), English (Writing)

Work at CBC/Radio-Canada

At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance.

Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.

Unposting Date: 2025-09-22 11:59 PM

A place with purpose. CBC/Radio-Canada has always been a highly regarded pioneer of media technology. We are transforming from a conventional broadcaster into a modern digital media company. Technology is the driving force and we are the team making it happen.

This role requires full-time on-site presence.

Your role

The Transmission division of CBC/Radio-Canada is looking for a bright and energetic individual to join its St. John1s, NL team in the role of a Senior Remote Area Transmitter Technologist. The successful candidate will be involved in installing, troubleshooting, and modifying transmission equipment, satellite communication systems, and facilities ensuring their proper operating condition. You will also align, test and configure equipment and systems, including the related software, in order to obtain and confirm optimal performance or to identify existing or potential problems.

Also, you will perform and document repairs and regular preventive maintenance procedures according to established procedures and corporate standards. You will carry out and assist in the development of quality control procedures, prepare and correct documents, schematics, functional drawings, specification tables and layout diagrams. In addition, you will contact suppliers for equipment, services or advice, and operate motor vehicles. You guide the development and assist in the training of other employees, as well as contribute ideas and make recommendations to overcome problems or achieve desired results.

As required, you may troubleshoot and maintain other equipment associated with remote transmitter sites; maintain complete transmitter sites including buildings, grounds and roads; travel to remote locations under short notice and difficult conditions and work on satellite dishes.

Qualifications

We are looking for a candidate with the following:

• Must possess at least a two (2) year Post-Secondary technologist diploma from a recognized college in an appropriate discipline or its equivalent as determined by the Corporation.
• Practical and relevant experience would be considered an asset.
• Requires overall general knowledge regarding maintenance of equipment, systems and relevant software technologies.
• Must possess a valid driver's license as well as a driving record that meets the minimum requirements of CBC/Radio-Canada's insurance company.
• Frequent travel may be required and includes long distance trips.
• Must be able to travel and to work alone at remote locations under difficult conditions.
• Must be able to meet the identified physical requirements of the position.
• Problem solving, interpersonal, and communication skills needed.
• Self-motivated, initiative, conscientious.
• Able to grasp new concepts quickly.
• Reliable and autonomous.
• Work under minimum supervision.
• Work in a team environment or individually.
• Available for overtime.
• Hours of work: 24/7 operation with occasional shift requirement to cover work outside of standard daytime working hours.

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

As part of our recruitment process, candidates who advance to the next step will be asked to complete a background check. This includes:

• A mandatory Criminal record check.
• Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.

CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. That’s why we value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where differences are recognized and valued. For more information, visit the Diversity and Inclusion section of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us by sending an e-mail to [e-mail].

You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our corporate website. All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to review our policy on conflicts of interest. If you become an employee, inform us as soon as possible of any situation that could present a conflict of interest.

Logistics

Primary Location: 95 University Avenue, St-John1s, Newfoundland and Labrador, A1B 1Z4

Number of Openings: 1

Work Schedule: Full time