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The Spokesman-Review Newspaper
Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

Jerry Olson Chief Engineer, Kpbx-Fm Radio

Personal: 49, Cheney resident, married, two children.

Duties: Maintain station transmission equipment, plus keep office computers and broadcast system functioning.

Experience: Ten years in public radio, degree in electrical engineering from University of Cincinnati.

Salary: Between $36,000 to $42,000 per year.

Biggest headache: “Being on call 24/7, having to be ready to handle whatever comes up.”

Job’s major benefit: “Working on a good station with great people. Plus, having flexibility in my schedule.”