Broadcast Equipment Technician

Cascade PBS; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Employer paid ORCA card

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Medical

Dental

Vision

Job summary

Cascade PBS in Seattle, WA, is seeking a Broadcast Operations Engineer to install, maintain and monitor broadcast equipment including master control, servers, cameras, routing, distribution, and test gear.

You will collaborate with the Engineering team to design broadcast and production systems, implement preventive maintenance, and support network environments while ensuring security, reliability, and data integrity across Cascade PBS operations.

Qualifications

• AA degree in electronic technology or equivalent experience.
• Three years of broadcast television experience required.
• Two years of engineer/technician experience for studio, venue, or remote productions.

Responsibilities

• 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 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 may be assigned.

Skills

Broadcast electronics

Audio/video systems

TCP/IP protocols

RF/wireless systems

IP-based broadcast tech

System integration

Troubleshooting

Professional communication

Education

AA degree in electronic technology

Job description

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 Cascade PBS 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.

Salary

$36.26 to $37.00 per hour

Location

Seattle, WA, onsite

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

Requirements

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
• Experience with 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.