Broadcast Engineer, Maintenance

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. • Indianapolis, IN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Broadcast Maintenance Engineer will report to the Director of Engineering. The Maintenance Engineer will provide installation and support of broadcast technical systems at the Indianapolis Fox/CBS studio, transmitter and remote locations. Applicant must be proficient with PC workstations, servers, general TCP/IP networking as well as experience in broadcast and news technical systems. This position will have an additional focus on the RF transmission systems for over-the-air broadcast. Position will also be responsible for some minor building maintenance and other duties as required.

Requirements

• High school, vocational or technical education or equivalent related experience
• Valid Indiana drivers license
• Three to five years minimum maintenance experience in an operational television broadcast facility with an emphasis on news production systems.
• Proficient with PC workstations, servers, general TCP/IP networking
• Experience in broadcast and news technical systems
• Ability to read and understand blueprints
• Proficient in use of all types of general machinery, hand and power tools.
• Must be articulate and able to communicate ideas and concepts both verbally and digitally.
• Polite composure under stress is required.
• Must work well with others and/or independently

Nice To Haves

• Additional consideration for applicants with television transmitter maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Installation and configuration of technical broadcast equipment
• Comprehension and application of technical manuals, CAD prints, database and direct interaction with manufacturers to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
• Coordination with engineering department coworkers and other departments to complete maintenance-related projects as needed to meet goals and objectives.
• Perform duties and use tools and equipment in a safe manner to avoid personal injury and injury to others.
• Support the 24/7 operation and at times will be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays and special events as needed.
• Respond to emergencies after hours, which may include receiving and responding to phone calls, text messages or emails.
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED