Remote Technician

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TITLE OF POSITION: Remote Technician
DEPARTMENT: Engineering
STATION & LOCATION: Bonneville STL Media Group
HOURS: 24-30 hour/week (part-time)
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt (hourly)
POSTED DATE: October 26, 2009
CLOSING DATE: January 26, 2010 or when filled

POSITION OBJECTIVE:   To be an effective team member and assure the Engineering Department makes its full contribution to the achieved goals and objectives of Bonneville St. Louis Media Group.

Set up and operate audio and remote broadcast equipment including microphones, speakers, wires and cables, sound and mixing boards and related electronic equipment for remote broadcasts, sporting events, meetings and news conferences.  May also set up any other associated equipment including but not limited to satellite uplinks, microwave RPU's and IP codec based remote broadcast equipment.  A working knowledge of computers is very helpful.  This position will require candidate to have the ability to load, drive, unload and set up a broadcast remote. 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Two (2) years experience preferred in broadcast/remote engineering.
• Ability to understand and adhere to each station's format and direction.
• Demonstrate ability to perform effectively under stress.
• Valid driver's license and proven ability to safely drive company vehicle or personal vehicle as case may be without exposing the company to serious liability risks. Must show proof of clean driving record before being hired.
• Consistently works hours required. Works more when required for station events, promotions and to meet deadlines including weekends, holidays, evenings, etc.
• Work in compliance with Company policies and procedures.
• Participate in and actively support Bonneville's EEO policy as it relates to recruitment, selection, evaluation, compensation, training, promotion and termination. Includes being knowledgeable and conversant with the FCC EEO Rules effective March 10, 2003, and understanding the compliance issues that safeguard the station's FCC license.
• Take a proactive role in supporting Bonneville's policy to prevent harassment of any kind within the workplace, at off-site places of company business and at company-sponsored social venues.
• Work effectively in a team environment.
• Maintain a positive rapport with co-workers, vendors, and clients.
• Project an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, BUT NOT REQUIRED:

• A working knowledge of computers
• Experience with the basics of engineering with regard to broadcast equipment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Receive, process, and maintain information through oral and/or written communication effectively.
• Substantial physical movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Ability to extend hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction with good eye and hand coordination.
• Lift, move, and carry up to 50 pounds on occasion.

Qualified candidates are required to download the application available on our station's website and submit it to me along with any required supporting documents that may be listed in the posting (resume, cover letter, air check, etc)   Complete packages can be submitted via email, fax or mail for current posted position(1).  Only one application necessary per person please.

Packages received without the completed application will be returned. 

We do not allow walk-in candidates. 

Bonneville is an equal opportunity employer

Packages should be sent to:

Bonneville St. Louis Radio Group

ATTN:  Amanda Koeppe, Human Resource Director

11647 Olive Blvd.

St. Louis, MO 63141

314-983-6308 (fax)

akoeppe@bicstl.com