Duties And Responsibilities
Responsible for the operation and maintenance of all technical equipment used in television broadcasting for the MonatanaPBS Network ensuring uninterrupted services to the entire State of Montana. Plan, coordinate, and implement the technical requirements of MontanaPBS Television studio and field productions. Responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of radio frequency transmitters of all types in strict accordance with Federal Communications Commission regulations, Montana PBS standard operating procedures, and sound broadcast engineering practices. Provide technical support in classrooms, laboratories, and production facilities to Montana State University Faculty and Staff. Participate in the technical planning and implementation of new technologies at MontanaPBS.
Physical Demands
This position requires the ability to: transport up to 50 pounds, position self to stoop, bend, and crawl; ascend and descend ladders and stairs, and traverse long distances to remote sites, ability to operate snowmobiles, 4WD trucks and tow a trailer safely; ability to travel to and from remote sites safely under all weather conditions at all times of day; work under stressful circumstances in all weather conditions. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.