Station Technician-In-Charge

Position Title: Station Technician-in-ChargeStatus of Employment: PermanentPosition Language Requirement: EnglishLanguage Skills: English (Reading - C - Advanced), English (Speaking - B - Intermediate), English (Writing - C - Advanced)Work at CBC/Radio-CanadaAt CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance.Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.Key Tasks
Leads and coordinates the maintenance and repairs of (through internal staff or outside contractors where necessary) all office equipment, including computers, office based production equipment, and field production equipment. This includes edit suites, live positions, field gathering, transmission, and telecommunications.Operates and maintains IT infrastructure (through internal staff or outside contractors where necessary) including audio and video servers, and on-line editing facilities in radio and television.Coordinates all physical aspects of the office and the relationship with building landlord, and sub-tenants (under authority and guidance of Real Estate Department / Managing Editor).Trains new staff and advises management on their progress.Coordinates all safety issues in the station including security, fire, technical and building codes.Maintains familiarity with technical or production installations and any associated equipment.Provides operational support and maintenance for the multi-platform servers, editing systems, presentation systems and CBC's intercity browser.Ensures technical staff maintains equipment in excellent working order and in a ready state for deployment.Recommends to Senior Manager, Managing Editor or Senior Director, News Production Services (or delegate) options for the replacement and upgrading of station equipment as required, and participates in the design/development and installation of new equipment.Monitors and recommends strategies for cost reductions with respect to technical equipment, and work processes.Ensures updates of technical drawings for the station are maintained, and submits to CBC Engineering on an annual basis.Ensures all CBC technical standards and practices are adhered to both in operations and equipment maintenance.Verifies the accuracy of time reports and work performed.Within delegated limits, plans, assigns, schedules, coordinates and checks the work of assigned staff and reports on matters related to job performance, conduct and safety.As assigned or required, may perform any or all of the following tasks:
Performs all or part of the function or duties of equivalent or lower classifications.Within delegated limits, hire staff for casual requirements.Provide specialized assistance and works in close consultation with Managing Editor to provide input to the budget process.Costs and purchases (technical) equipment.
Education Required
Requires a superior knowledge and understanding of production and distribution of media on radio, television and online platforms. Knowledge generally gained through community college graduation in Radio or Television arts courses, or equivalent industry experience.Experience Required
Five years related experience.Additional Information
Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.
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