Job Information
CBC/Radio-Canada Applicant Bank: Supervising Technician (English Services) in Toronto, Ontario
Position Title:
Status of Employment:
Temporary Short-Term (Fixed Term)
Position Language Requirement:
Language Skills:
Work at CBC/Radio-Canada
At 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.
Unposting Date:
2024-05-31 11:59 PM
Function:
The Supervising Technician is our team liaison for our Toronto based studios and control rooms. They play a crucial role in supporting live programming through supervision of our on air technical systems and troubleshooting when necessary while working closely with our Technological Maintenance teams. Technical aptitude and creative problem solving is required to resolve operational difficulties in order to assess and optimize the use of our resources. Often works independently and performed according to accepted CBC or industry standards with a significant importance on sound judgment and initiative. There are requirements to work in a self-administered environment.
Key Tasks:
Maintains familiarity with technical or production installations and any associated equipment.
Conducts surveys and prepares detailed reports.
Acting as a consultant, provides assistance and advice on operational requirements in terms of equipment, facilities and personnel.
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.
Trains new staff and advises management on their progress.
Verifies the accuracy of time reports and work performed.
Undertakes reviews of our operations, operating procedures, technical standards and maintenance activities. Submits recommendations for improvements or modifications.
Recommends safety procedures. Plans and maintains safety measures for personnel, property, programs and equipment.
Reviews, investigates and verifies reports and institutes any action that may be necessary.
Within delegated authority and in consultation with the supervisor:
commits the Corporation in arranging, with outside persons or firms, for the provision of supplies or services
reviews or directs such arrangements
verifies delivery of material or completion of service
Performs all or part of the function or duties of equivalent or lower classifications.
As assigned or required, may perform any or all of the following tasks:
within delegated limits, hire staff for casual requirements.
provide specialized assistance and work in close consultation with Engineers and Technologists.
provide input to the budget process.
participate in the selection and evaluation of new staff.
Education Required:
Requires a superior knowledge and understanding of radio or television program production and presentation methods. This includes understanding how different areas and crafts interrelate. Knowledge generally gained through community college graduation in Radio or Television arts courses, or equivalent industry experience.
Experience Required:
Four years related experience.
Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. That’s because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians, by having a workforce that mirrors the ever-changing makeup of our country. That’s why we, as an employer, value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are not only recognized and valued, but also extend to and pervade all the services we provide as Canada’s public broadcaster. For more information, visit the Diversity and Inclusion section (http://cbc.radio-canada.ca/en/working-with-us/jobs/diversity-inclusion-cbc-rc) of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an e-mail to recruitment@cbc.ca .
You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our corporate website (http://cbc.radio-canada.ca/en/vision/governance/corporate-policies/values-ethics/conduct) . All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on conflicts of interest (http://cbc.radio-canada.ca/en/vision/governance/corporate-policies/human-resources/conflicts) . In the event that you become an employee, it will be important to inform us, as quickly as possible, of any situation that, because of your hiring, constitutes or could appear to constitute a conflict of interest.
Primary Location:
Broadcast Centre 205 Wellington St. W., Toronto, Ontario, M5V 3G7
Work Schedule:
Part time
At CBC/Radio-Canada (http://cbc.radio-canada.ca/en) , 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.