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“Engineering Technician” will maybe be replaced by robots.

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Job Description

Set up, operate, and maintain the electronic equipment used to transmit radio and television programs. Control audio equipment to regulate volume level and quality of sound during radio and television broadcasts. Operate transmitter to broadcast radio or television programs.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 27-4012.00
The Mean Annual Wage in the U.S. is $ 45,430.00
The Mean Hourly Wage is $ 21.00
Currently, there are 30,330 people on this job

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Broadcast Technicians”.

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Tasks for “Engineering Technician”

Produce graphics for broadcasts.
Maintain programming logs as required by station management and the Federal Communications Commission.
Align antennae with receiving dishes to obtain the clearest signal for transmission of broadcasts from field locations.
Produce educational and training films and videotapes by performing activities, such as selecting equipment and preparing scripts.
Preview scheduled programs to ensure that signals are functioning and programs are ready for transmission.
Select sources from which programming will be received or through which programming will be transmitted.
Record sound onto tape or film for radio or television, checking its quality and making adjustments where necessary.
Set up and operate portable field transmission equipment outside the studio.
Monitor strength, clarity, and reliability of incoming and outgoing signals and adjust equipment as necessary to maintain quality broadcasts.
Control audio equipment to regulate the volume and sound quality during radio and television broadcasts.
Play and record broadcast programs using automation systems.
Organize recording sessions and prepare areas, such as radio booths and television stations, for recording.
Design and modify equipment to employer specifications.
Monitor and log transmitter readings.
Prepare reports outlining past and future programs, including content.
Install broadcast equipment, troubleshoot equipment problems, and perform maintenance or minor repairs, using hand tools.
Give technical directions to other personnel during filming.
Observe monitors and converse with station personnel to determine audio and video levels and to ascertain that programs are airing.
Schedule programming or read television programming logs to determine which programs are to be recorded or aired.
Report equipment problems, ensure that repairs are made, and make emergency repairs to equipment when necessary and possible.
Discuss production requirements with clients.
Determine the number, type, and approximate location of microphones needed for best sound recording or transmission quality and position them appropriately.
Make commercial dubs.
Edit broadcast material electronically, using computers.
Instruct trainees in how to use television production equipment, how to film events, and how to copy and edit graphics or sound onto videotape.
Develop employee work schedules.
Substitute programs in cases where signals fail.
Regulate the fidelity, brightness, and contrast of video transmissions, using video console control panels.
Set up, operate, and maintain broadcast station computers and networks.

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