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.

　　Maintain transmitters to meet FCC requirements and ensure quality television is delivered to reach more people and build a strong organization while demonstrating CPBS's values of integrity, community, innovation and diversity.

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　　Hourly Rate: $41.00 - $42.00/hour

　　Hours: This is a temporary position with a flexible schedule 2 days week/8 hours a day

　　Location: Seattle and quarterly trips to Yakima 

　　Benefits: This position is *[not]{.underline} *eligible for benefits

　　Cascade PBS offers competitive benefits to team members working 20 hours or more a week.

　　Benefits{rel="nofollow"} include:

　　11 paid holidays1 personal holiday4 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) to startHalf-day Fridays during SummerCompany-matched 401(k) Retirement Plan that is fully-vested immediatelyEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)MedicalDentalVisionKEY RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

　　Test transmission systems to detect early signs of problemsProvide on-going proof of performance to video and audio qualityConduct emergency repair of transmitter and sub-systems to stay "on-air"Implement preventative maintenance of transmittersAssist Engineering Manager to ensure annual tower inspections are conductedEnsure the KCTS 9 transmission site is maintained, clean and safeEnsure interconnect systems are working properlyEnsure encoding, PSIP, datacasting, monitoring, and other associated systems are working properlyManage maintenance and monitor performance of generator and UPS to ensure reliable backup power sourceAssist the Engineering Manager with KCTS-TV & KYVE transmittersCheck operating logs to guarantee FCC compliances for KCTS and KYVEEnsure that applicable FCC and FAA rules and regulations are followed including but not limited to RF radiation, EAS, tower light, and tower paintingMust be able to communicate effectively within the Engineering department and with other departments as necessaryCoordinate with Maintenance to keep transmitter functioning Serve as a technical contact for KYVE Collaborate with other team members to foster a positive and productive culture and contribute toward the overall growth of CPBSOther duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without noticeREQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

　　Advanced working knowledge and ability to operate and maintain audio, video, broadcast electronics and computer systems requiredUnderstanding of a broad range of computer operating systems, applications and hardware requiredKnowledge of applicable FCC & FAA regulations requiredSolid understanding of television and media broadcasting preferredPossession of FCC general operator's license or SBE certification as a TV broadcast engineer, or higher, preferredWorking knowledge of electrical and mechanical fabrication techniques preferredEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

　　AA degree from an accredited technical school or equivalent experience required

　　One year experience FM radio or VHF, UHF t