Broadcast Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Kentucky Educational Television, (KET) has the following full-time position opening in Lexington, Kentucky :

Broadcast Technician

KET is Kentucky’s only statewide media organization, serving more than two million people each week with programs and services that educate, inform, and inspire.

In addition to broadcasting PBS programming, KET produces a variety of award-winning local productions and creates high quality, nationally recognized educational resources.

As a member of our team, you’ll help bring learning to life for viewers and users in Kentucky.

Located in the Bluegrass region of Kentucky, Lexington is a beautiful and growing community. Full of charm and hospitality, you’ll find the region offers affordable living, outstanding educational opportunities, and world class sporting events.

As the Broadcast Technician, the individual selected for this role will perform maintenance duties on Digital Television RF Systems, Microwave systems, Satellite Transmission Systems, related equipment, facilities, and grounds associated with these systems.

Our ideal Candidate will :

Operate and maintain RF transmission systems, including high power DTV transmitters, remote control equipment, microwave equipment and satellite communications equipment.

Troubleshoot and repair RF transmission equipment to board and / or component level and assists in the implementation of solutions to RF transmission problems.

Install and operate the Next Gen ATSC 3.0 television systems.

Install equipment and make performance measurements as required to maintain state-of-the-art operation.

Provide maintenance to transmitter building, grounds and ancillary equipment including HVAC equipment, UPS systems and emergency generators.

Procure supplies and perform necessary maintenance of these facilities.

Assist with the installation, and operation of microwave, IP and satellite communication links for live events.

Support tower lessee equipment installation and changes, including for KSP, NOAA, and other public safety partners.

Maintain and verify all necessary records, logs, and reports required by FCC, local and state agencies. Also, maintain and verify records, including time sheets, inventory, transmitter reports, vehicle reports, and any special reports requested by KET.

Demonstrates dedication to diversity in areas of responsibility.

Work a flexible schedule on a regular basis which may include weekend and night shifts as assigned.

Occasionally travel overnight as required.

Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission of the organization.

Successful applicants will have the following minimum qualifications, skills, and experience :

Two (2) year technical college degree in electronics or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Experience in the operation and maintenance of TV / radio broadcasting equipment, RF telecommunications systems, IP telecommunications systems, digital television systems, digital electronics, and Windows-based computer systems or equivalent is desirable.

KET will supply training necessary to perform the required functions.

Moderate physical activity is required, including climbing ladders, occasional handling of average-weight objects up to 50 pounds, standing and / or walking for more than four (4) hours per day;

Frequent reaching / pushing / pulling ; Occasional bending / stooping.

Must maintain a valid driver’s license to drive KET vehicles.

Working with KET has its benefits!

KET offers a creative, engaging work environment with opportunities to collaborate and advance professionally. Additionally, employees are offered paid time off, several health insurance plan selections, and retirement savings options.

The salary will be based on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant.

Connect with us now by applying at www.ket.org / jobs, and please send questions to [email protected].

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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