Summary Transmission Operator in British Columbia

Find key facts and figures about working as a transmission operator. The following information is applicable to all Broadcast technicians (NOC 52112).

Description

Broadcast technicians install, set up, test, operate and repair electronic equipment used to record and transmit live and taped radio and television programs and to produce audio and video streaming broadcasts for the Internet. They are employed by radio and television broadcasting networks and stations, by broadcast equipment companies and by Internet-based communication providers.

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Requirements

College or apprenticeship

This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of 2 or more years, or experience working in a supervisory occupation.

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Wages

$37.27/hour

Median wage in British Columbia

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Prospects

Limited

The job prospects are limited in British Columbia

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Jobs

1 job

advertised in British Columbia

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Competencies

  • Equipment and Tool Selection
  • Quality Control Testing
  • Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
  • Troubleshooting
  • Monitoring

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