Description
Alabama Public Television (APT) is seeking a full-time Television Technician to assist in our transmitter equipment operations area. The current position opening is in Madison County. APT operates 9 fiber-connected transmitter sites and 18 microwave sites with over 2200 miles of digital bidirectional microwave paths.
The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining and repairing broadcast transmission equipment, ensuring reliable signal delivery across APT’s statewide network. They will work both independently and collaboratively to support technical operations, respond to emergencies, and contribute to the overall mission of public broadcasting in Alabama.
DUTIES:
- Operate, maintain, and repair electronic television production and broadcasting equipment.
- Collaborate with supervisor to develop and follow a preventive maintenance schedule for assigned equipment.
- Respond promptly to emergency maintenance needs to restore broadcast signals.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues using test and monitoring tools, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Complete documentation such as requisitions and reports in a timely and accurate manner.
- Operate and maintain vehicles for travel to remote broadcast sites.
- Maintain site appearances during remote visits.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with coworkers, partner agencies, and viewers.
- Continuously improve technical skills related to equipment operation and maintenance.
SALARY RANGE: $33,064.80 - $61,063.20 (commensurate with experience)
BENEFITS
Health, Dental, Vision, Cancer, and FSA insurance options for employees and eligible dependents
Pension Plan and Optional Deferred Compensation Programs
13 Sick days per year (accrued time off)
13 – 29 Annual leave days per year (accrued time off)
13 Holidays per year
1 Personal leave day per year
Paid parental leave
168 Hours of military leave per year
Employee Assistance Program
PSLF Qualifying Employer
HOW TO APPLY:
This is a State of Alabama Merit System position –
Class Code: 30661, Option: 145, Pay Grade: 6468.
Important: You must apply directly through the State of Alabama Personnel Department.
Use this link to go straight to the job posting:
You can submit your completed application in one of the following ways:
Online via the link above
In person at any Alabama Career Center Office
By mail, fax, or email to:
State of Alabama Personnel Department
64 North Union Street
Montgomery, AL 36130-4100
Phone: (334) 242-3389
Fax: (334) 242-1110
Email: apply@personnel.alabama.gov
Deadline to apply: September 9, 2026
Alabama Public Television is an Equal Employment Opportunity employe
Requirements
Graduation from a junior college or technical school with a two year degree in electronic communications, industrial electronics, computer science, or a closely related major
OR
High school diploma or GED plus two (2) years of experience operating and maintaining broadcast transmitter equipment
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession Valid Alabama driver's license and acceptable driving record required.
Position requires occasional travel to remote transmitter sites, sometimes in rural locations, for equipment maintenance, emergency repairs, and technical inspections.
