Salary: $23.03 Hourly
Location : North Platte Area, NE
Job Type: PERM FULL TIME
Job Number: 202311145
Department: Nebraska Public Media
Opening Date: 08/08/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
This position will be situated in the North Platte and surrounding area and will work independently to test, configure, calibrate, install, operate, update, repair and perform systems and transmitter preventative maintenance to television and radio transmitters and associated equipment. The site manager will also maintain and repair low power TV and radio transmitters and NOAA regional National Weather Service transmission equipment.
Pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints, if approved.
Examples of Work
Install, operate and repair digital television and radio transmitters, translator, NOAA National weather service transmitters and related equipment in assigned geographical service area/region, with regular trips to other Nebraska sites.
Operate and repair ancillary equipment to translator and transmitter systems in Nebraska Perform regular preventative maintenance activities of television, radio transmitters, NOAA National Weather Service transmitters to ensure proper and efficient functioning of all transmission equipment.
Provide supervision of tower crews and other contracted personnel doing maintenance at regional Nebraska Public media transmitter sites.
Order and install equipment, work with vendors and work with local land owners to ensure compliance with agreements.
Supervise or install new equipment and antennas as required. Interprets CAD mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and detailed electronic schematic diagrams.
Responsible for the upkeep of the buildings and grounds of transmitter locations.
Operate and oversee maintenance of a State provided vehicle.
Make recommendations to supervisor for equipment replacement, system modifications and general operations requirements to enhance the function of the transmission sites.
Operate and repair ancillary equipment to translator and transmitter systems in Nebraska.
Maintain files of operation, program logs, and tower inspections and report tower lighting failures as required by FFCC and FAA.
Qualifications / Requirements
REQUIREMENTS: An associate’s or similar two-year degree in communications/electronic equipment or related discipline of study OR equivalent work experience (3 years) using, maintaining, repairing, modifying and testing communications/electronic equipment.
OTHER: Valid Driver’s License.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Position requires ability to climb ladders, lift, carry push and pull up to 75 ponds.
Will use various hand tools and power tools, electronic test equipment including multimeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and RF service monitors in order to maintain and repair equipment.
Ability to work irregular hours and be accessible by phone in case of emergency.
Must be a self-starter, well-organized, able to manage urgent situations and adjust priorities appropriately with minimal supervision.
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
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