Broadcast Systems Technician

WLWT Engineering operates in a fast-paced technically advanced environment that supports broadcast systems IT infrastructure and live production workflows. We are seeking a Broadcast Systems Technician to join our Engineering team.

This position is responsible for maintaining and supporting the broadcast and IT systems that keep the station on the air and operating at a high level. It is ideal for a technically capable individual who enjoys troubleshooting learning new systems and working collaboratively across multiple departments.

The Broadcast Systems Technician will work with a wide range of technologies including broadcast equipment RF systems networking servers automation video and audio routing and live production systems.

Responsibilities

Maintain troubleshoot and repair broadcast and IT systems to support reliable daily operations.

Execute and improve preventative maintenance programs.

Install configure test and maintain broadcast equipment networking systems servers workstations and related infrastructure.

Provide technical support to News Production Creative Services Sales and Administration.

Support live broadcasts and remote productions including technical setup operation and troubleshooting.

Assist with the maintenance and operation of digital transmitters satellite systems automation platforms and content-distribution workflows.

Travel as needed to transmitter sites remote locations and live event venues.

Respond to equipment failures and technical issues including those requiring service outside normal business hours.

Document systems workflows technical procedures maintenance activities and configuration changes.

Collaborate with engineering and IT team members on station operations system improvements and new technology deployments.

Maintain compliance with FCC regulations industry standards and Hearst Television technical requirements.

Participate in equipment evaluations system testing capital projects and technology planning as assigned.

Requirements

A strong technical foundation in broadcast engineering IT audiovisual systems electronics or a related field.

Experience with managed network switches and IP-based systems.

Working knowledge of servers workstations and network infrastructure.

Understanding of TCP/IP networking VPNs and LAN environments.

Experience with Windows desktop and server operating systems.

Familiarity with broadcast equipment production environments RF systems video and audio routing automation or digital transmission.

Strong troubleshooting analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team-oriented environment.

The ability to work effectively under pressure during live broadcasts technical failures and time-sensitive situations.

The ability to lift 50 pounds and work on rooftops at transmitter sites and in confined spaces as required.

A valid drivers license and the ability to travel to remote locations and live event venues.

Education and Preferred Qualifications

An associate degree or higher in Electronic Engineering Technology Broadcast Engineering Information Technology or a related field; completion of a comparable accredited technical program will also be considered.

Cisco VMware Microsoft SBE or similar certifications are preferred.

Military technical training or experience is valued.

Candidates with strong IT audiovisual electronics or technical aptitude who are interested in learning broadcast systems are encouraged to apply.

A commitment to ongoing professional development in broadcast IT networking and emerging technologies.

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures backgrounds perspectives and identities. Thats why behind the scenes we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate and more representative of the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearsts benefit programs are modern flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

• Medical Dental Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ Health Services

Additional benefits to meet your and your familys needs