Maintenance Engineer

Philadelphia, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations

FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas or DMAs and duopolies in 11 DMAs including the three largest DMAs (New York Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations 18 are affiliated with the FOX addition to distributing sports entertainment and syndicated content our television stations collectively produce approximately 1200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Networks national content.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Overview:

WTXF TV is seeking a highly skilled Broadcast Maintenance Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role involves ensuring the seamless operation of our 24/7/365 television broadcast by performing daily preventative maintenance troubleshooting and problem-solving across all equipment. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining and repairing a wide range of systems including Automated Master Control Systems Automated Production Control Rooms Studio Production equipment Camera Control Systems Robotic Pedestals Remote Production ENG equipment Newsroom Video Playback and Archive solutions non-linear edit systems and satellite distribution systems. Experience in a Technical Operations Center is advantageous.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct regular preventative maintenance and repairs on broadcast equipment.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues promptly to ensure uninterrupted broadcast operations.
Maintain and repair systems such as Automated Master Control Production Control Rooms Studio Production equipment and more.
Assist in the design construction and commissioning of new technologies at the Studio Transmitter and Remote Facilities.
Collaborate with team members to support operational needs and enhance system performance.
Familiarity with Grass Valley ITX Sony switchers and ELC Ross Robotics Bit Central Playout is beneficial.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years of experience in TV Engineering with a strong IT background and knowledge of Virtual Machine Environments.
Bachelors degree in Engineering or IT is preferred.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with station staff.
Valid drivers license and ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work nights and weekends is a must.

Join WTXF TV and contribute to the success of our major market television operation. If you are a proactive problem-solver with a passion for broadcast engineering we encourage you to apply.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin gender identity disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements the pay rate/range for this role with final offer amount dependent on education skills experience and location is $48.53 per hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance a 401(k) plan paid time off and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYFox TV StationsFOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas or DMAs and duopolies in 11 DMAs including the three largest DMAs (New York Los A...