Under specific direction, operate, monitor, repair, and modify television and radio equipment.

Positions in this class perform basic and routine technical duties related to television and radio facilities and/or broadcasting/distribution systems. Positions receive close supervision or follow specific and established procedures.

Adjusts television cameras and maintains picture quality; 

Sets up, aligns, and checks video and audio equipment used for production of radio and television programs; 

Assists higher-level technicians in the operation of radio and television broadcasting transmitters, video-tape systems, and master control panels; 

Checks films, video and audio-tapes, and slides against program and production schedules; operates audio and projection equipment and recorders in accordance with schedules; 

Adjusts and repairs equipment and perform routine maintenance; constructs and modifies radio and television electronic equipment under direction of higher-level technicians; 

Perform related duties as required.

High School, technical, or vocational school graduate, or GED Certificate;

AND 

One year of full-time experience/training in electronics equipment operation and maintenance. First class radio-telephone operator license may be required. 

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. 

Examination Requirements: 

• A job element examination (including written, E & T and oral components) scored on the basis of job related experience, training, skill, ability, and other elements which are established through job analysis.