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OPB · 1 week ago

Maintenance Engineer

Tangent, OR

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$28.85/hr - $36.06/hr

OPB is a leader in public media, serving diverse communities of the Northwest with fact-based news and information. The Maintenance Engineer will assist in the design, installation, and maintenance of broadcast systems across various locations in Oregon.

Communities

Culture & Values

Hiring Manager

Deb Seifert

Responsibilities

65% - Technical: In conjunction with the Chief Engineers, maintain the OPB equipment and facilities. This will include housekeeping and building maintenance at various transmitter sites and transmission facilities. This includes, but not limited to: TV transmitters, Radio transmitters, Microwave systems, Emergency Diesel generators, remote control systems, fiber optic systems, as well as the test equipment used to maintain this equipment

20% - Travel: Travel to transmitter, microwave, and translator sites, using 4-wheel drive and possibly tracked snow vehicles. May include hiking, snowshoeing and tower climbing

5% - Planning & Documentation Work: Documentation of projects such as equipment installation, system changes, and equipment operating parameters. Produce drawings and block diagrams of completed systems

5% - Education: On the job training provided by the Chief Engineers in the use of test equipment as well as repair and maintenance of transmission facilities. Study towards SBE Certification is encouraged

5% - Field Services: Interaction with viewers/ listeners, cable operators, for resolution of reception issues and quality improvements. Build working relationships related to broadcast facilities with Field Maintenance Engineers from other stations and/or organizations

Qualification

Broadcast systems maintenanceRFElectronic theoryNetworked systemsCustomer service skillsMechanical skillsProject managementOutdoor safety knowledgeEnthusiasm for OPB missionWork remotelyPhysical fitnessCold weather survivalWilderness first aidEffective communicationSelf-motivated

Required

Knowledge of technical design, construction, maintenance, and operation of broadcast systems and tools used therein

Working knowledge of basic RF and electronic theory as it applies to broadcast systems, including radio and television transmitters, and microwave systems

Strong computer skills, with knowledge of networked systems

Ability to perform physical requirements of position

Knowledge of outdoor safety and best practices when working in challenging remote conditions, including cold weather survival and wilderness first aid

Skilled at providing customer service to a wide variety of colleagues, stakeholders, contractors, etc

Ability to interact with the public and co-workers in a productive way

Valid driver's license

Effective oral and written communications skills

Self-motivated with the ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision

Ability to manage projects effectively and efficiently

Basic mechanical skills

The ability to work at remote sites in all weather conditions

Enthusiasm for the mission of OPB