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Title: Technical Assistant
The Standard Group comprises, The Standard Newspapers, Game Yetu, The Counties, The Nairobian, KTN, Radio Maisha, PDS, Standard Digital and Think Outdoor Services.
The Group is looking for highly motivated, qualified, experienced and reputable team players to fill the following position: Technical Assistant
The job holder will be in charge of maintenance and day to day running of all TV and Radio transmitting stations
Key Responsibilities:-
Maintenance of all TV and Radio transmitters, microwave links, satellites and power generators at the various stations
Supervise Caretakers and Electricians
Routine and curative maintenance – scheduled services and repairs as failures occur as well as servicing and repair of stand-by generators ensuring adequate fuel and oil supplies
Provide studio with satellite feeds for needed programmes; this involves setting up satellite dish to the space satellite and configuring decoders
Technical advice and installation of boosters for clients and installation of off-air signal TV reception for in-house users
Adjusting satellite elevation angles to get other authorized external channels e.g. CNN, etc.
To compile all station spare parts requirements for the Ass Team Leader – Transmission
Set up and operate new links for outside broadcasts (OB)
Knowledge and Skills
Higher Diploma or Diploma in Communication, Engineering, Electronics or equivalent
Minimum of 3 years in a broadcasting organization
Ability to make quick decisions and to improvise if necessary
Hands-on knowledge of Transmission equipment
Energy and ability to work irregular hours
If you possess the above qualifications and the drive to meet the challenges, visit our website www.standardmedia.co.ke/recruitment to browse through the current openings/ vacancies and apply not later than 24th January 2014.
The Standard Group is an equal opportunity employer and as such, canvassing of any form will lead to automatic disqualification
Please note that ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
