Broadcast Engineer Kswo
Lawton, OK - USA
Job Summary
About Gray Media:
Today we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta Georgia. We are the nations largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 46 markets and Gray Digital Media a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports Tupelo Media Group and PowerNation Studios and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
About KSWO:
The top-rated station in southwest Oklahoma and north Texas leads the market in weather coverage with the First Alert Weather team the largest group of meteorologists tracking storms in the southern plains. Lawton is ideally located halfway between Oklahoma City and the Dallas/ Fort Worth metroplex. Our region is known for the rugged beauty of the Wichita Mountains and the National Wildlife Refuge a hikers paradise. Affordable living great outdoor adventures and close proximity to major cities and their attractions make the Lawton Wichita Falls market an exciting opportunity for career growth.
Job Summary/Description:
KSWO is seeking a Broadcast Engineer to join our team. This position is responsible for all areas of equipment and user support including but not limited to repair and maintenance of audio and video equipment in the television station and occasionally in the field - cameras recording equipment video servers switchers routers satellite equipment etc.
Duties and responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):
Manage all engineering aspects of the technical facility including studio support editing systems field production support and transmission of live/taped events and programs
Have expert knowledge regarding equipment technology and systems and be able to step in and assist in emergencies
Performs regular maintenance tasks including repairs equipment replacement supplies etc.
Documents and executes necessary corrective actions
Maintains building needs and manages the maintenance and repair of all station facilities to include remote locations. This includes HVAC generators security systems satellite dishes electrical hardware etc.
Have working knowledge of the latest operating systems software including server and desktop operating systems and be familiar with networking
Assist in overseeing and implementing Engineering projects
Must be available to work during breaking news situations severe weather new system integrations and updates and provide on-call services
Display and maintain professional appearance based on station standards and professional demeanor
Other duties as necessary assigned by Chief Engineer
Hours can vary as needed to maintain and repair equipment and finish assigned tasks. Hours can include evenings overnight weekends and being on-call as scheduled.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Valid drivers license and good driving record
Have customer-focused problem-solving abilities
Must be self-motivated and able to see projects through
Ability to work under high-stress situations
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Able to lift 50 lbs
Previous broadcast experience is preferred but is not required - on-the-job training will be provided
If you feel youre qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to you may type in the job title station call letters or click on apply now upload your resume cover letter and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through theGray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
KSWO-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability or addition to federal law requirements Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age genetic information disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Grays employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Gray Television, Inc. (NYSE: GTN and GTN.A) owns and/or operates over 100 television stations across 56 television markets that collectively broadcast more than 200 program streams including 103 channels affiliated with the CBS Network, the NBC Network, the ABC Network and the FOX Net ... View more