Senior Electronic Technician Engineering
Resume:
BRAD K. BUTZBACH, CSTE,CBNT
Emmett, ID 83617
********@*****.***
Attn: Engineering Manager,
Consider me as a candidate for a position in your organization. Enclosed you will find a resume of qualifications which will provide you with information concerning my background of experience and abilities. With thirty-one years of hands-on experience in the installation, repair, and alignment of a variety of audio and visual studio broadcast equipment; RF transmitter installation and maintenance and satellite field support coupled with a high level of computer and automation skills, I can become a valuable asset to your organization.
My experience with the maintenance of Professional Broadcast Equipment has covered virtually every circuit down to component level. In addition, I am proficient in the design, implementation and maintenance of automation hardware and software in both Television and Radio Environments. I have experience maintaining most of the sub-systems in a modern TV Station including the RF and Microwave chain, Telemetrics and other remote control interface systems. I believe that the combination of smart work ethic and computer interfacing go hand in hand in today’s competitive market.
I have demonstrated excellent learning skills, as well as the ability to instruct peers through supervised apprenticeship regimens. I have also successfully implemented Quality Control programs that substantially decreased negative On-Air Impact and developed a managerial hierarchy for better employee relations. I possess the "Team Player" attitude with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. My employment record shows a history of dependability, efficiency and competence combined with integrity and a desire to succeed.
If it appears that my qualifications meet the needs of your organization, I would appreciate an opportunity to discuss how my services may benefit you. Your response and consideration will be greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
Brad K. Butzbach, CSTE, CBNT
CAREER OBJECTIVE: To combine and expand my skills as an engineer in the fields of Engineering and Computer Networking
EDUCATION: Associate of Science Degree in Electronics
College of the Sequoias, 1992
Graduate of American Technical Center, 1989
Graduate of Immanuel H.S. Reedley, CA 1984
CERTIFICATIONS: Tower Climbing Certification, 2019
CSTE Certification, 2001
CBNT Certification, 2000
FCC GROL, 1999
CTBE Certification, 1999
Certified BetacamSP Repair, 1999
CompTia Network +, 1999
CompTia A+, 1999
Networking Essentials (MCSE Core), 1998
Multiple Training Certificates including Avid, Tektronix, Statmon, Evertz Vistalink, Sony, Grass Valley, Scientific Atlanta and Louth
TECHNICAL SKILLS: RF - Experienced in the installation and Trouble-shooting of Rohde and Schwarz, Thales and Harris Television Transmitters. I was integral to FLO TV’s Tier II Field Support and was part of a team that evaluated and implemented transmitter commissioning procedures and associated support equipment diagnostics. During this time, I took over the development of the SNMP Monitoring System used for FLO TV. This was at the time, the largest Hi-Power Transmitter network in the world. I then took a position where I became responsible for the Northwest United States FLO TV Market area where I commissioned and maintained 25 Rohde and Schwarz Transmitters sites.
Automation - Experienced with the following TV and Radio
Automation systems:
•Digital Broadcast
•SNMP Telemetrics
•Video Surveillance
•Tektronix PDR
•MediaStream Systems
•Sony BAS
•PowerView Compression
•Evertz Vistalink
•Axess
•Statmon
Studio – Experienced in the Installation, repair, and maintenance of the following electronic transmission Equipment:
•Transmitters: Gates, Anywave, Broadcast Electronics
•Microwave Transmission: Mosely, NuComm
•Satellite Alignment
•Receivers
•Video Surveillance
•BetacamSP
•SNMP Management and Configuration
•Robotics
•Mobile Microwave
•Edit Bays
Computer - Network/Systems Administration
•Servers Staff Machines
•Newsroom Wire Services Raid File Storage
•Visio
AWARDS:
3X Recipient Qualstar Award
COS President’s List - 3.85 GPA
Most Professional Technician of the Month
KMPH/KFRE Employee of the Month
Patent Holder for 1PPS Circuit
WORK EXPERIENCE:
2018-Present KAID Television (PBS)
Job Title Field Engineering Supervisor
Duties: I oversee Implementation and Maintenance of 47 Translators throughout Idaho. I implemented remote control of many of the hard to access sites across Idaho. I commissioned several new transmitters and incorporated the latest SNMP telemetrics reducing the manpower required for site maintainence during hazardous weather conditions. I trained and supervised a crew that maintained an Uptime of over 99%
2012 – 2017 WTNZ Fox 43, a Raycom Media Company
Job Title Director of Technology
Duties: I oversaw all technical operations including Automation, Engineering and I.T. services for a large Television Station. As the Chief Operator, I maintained FCC compliance, Transmitter Maintenance, Telemetrics and Studio Operations. I managed the Engineering budget, a large crew of engineers, studio technicians and operators.
2006 – 2011 FLO TV, a division of Qualcomm LLC
Job Title Broadcast Engineer/Network Engineer/ Field Engineer
Duties: I was one of three original engineers tasked with the design, implementation and maintenance of the FLO TV Central Equipment Room. During this time, I was responsible for the SNMP Monitoring system used by the FLO TV Network Operations Center. (Vistalink)
I was promoted to Tier II where I was part of a team that evaluated, documented and integrated technical procedures related to Transmitters, remote site monitoring and support infrastructure and provided 24/7 technical support for the Broadcast Engineers in the Field.
I became the lead developer for Statmon integration after the departure of the Staff Engineer. I took a Field Position where I was responsible for the Commissioning and Maintenance of 25 Rohde and Schwarz transmitter sites across WA, OR and ID.
2004- 2005 Midwest Television, KFMB, San Diego, CA
Job Title Broadcast Engineer/Network Systems Engineer
Duties: Provide Engineering and Networking support for a Large Market TV Station. I implemented new digital technologies including integrated News Delivery and Automation systems.
1998 – 2004 Taft Broadcasting, March AFB, CA
2005 - 2006
Job Title Senior Broadcast Engineer
Duties: Supervise and perform maintenance and repair in all areas of a World-Wide Broadcast Center in support of the Armed Forces Radio and Television Service.
I lead, train and direct others in emergency response and assist others in the maintenance and trouble-shooting of equipment. These include:
a) Repair, align, and maintain to industry standards, digital and analog video systems, satellite decoders, computerized video servers, automation systems, and all other peripheral systems and equipment.
b) Maintain and repair broadcast video and audio tape recorders. Perform trouble-shooting, repair and equipment modifications, instructs others in the operation and maintenance of same equipment.
c) Operate and maintain digital noise reduction, and other video refinement systems including frame synchronizers.
d) Perform and specialize as an engineering assistant to the Chief Engineer with the ability to design and develop new concepts and designs, recommend design changes, and initiate wire tables and facility drawings.
e) Design, maintain and trouble-shoot computer and network systems. Possess the ability to recover and restore computer or network failures including RAID storage.
1996 - 1998 KMPH TV, KMPH FM, KFRE AM, Fresno, CA
Job Title: Broadcast Engineer, Radio Engineer, and Network/Systems Administrator
Duties: Provided broadcast engineering support, ENG technical support and automation support for a Mid-Market Television Station and three radio stations including the conversion of a 50kw AM to a “Talk” format with 24-hour tapeless automation control. This involved designing the infrastructure of servers, satellite receivers, background recorders, tone decoders, and data feeds. Network Administration using Novell 4.11, Windows NT and Microsoft clients. I serviced a 160 + staff with troubleshooting and desktop support.
1992 - 1996 Total Electronics, Visalia, CA
Job Title: Consumer Electronic Technician
Duties: Authorized Repair of Consumer Electronics including Television, Microwave, VCR, Video Cameras, and Audio Equipment. Certified by every major manufacturer of Consumer Electronics.
REFERENCES: Available upon request
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