Broadcast Engineer

WQED Multimedia•Pittsburgh, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

WQED is seeking a Broadcast Engineer to maintain, repair, adjust, and install a wide range of electronic equipment, including TV cameras, video and audio servers, and more. This role will also assist in the maintenance and operation of VHF television transmitters; FM radio transmitters, and satellite receive systems. The position is represented by IATSE Local 820 and operates under the guidelines of a collective bargaining agreement. Membership in the union is a mandatory requirement for this role.

Requirements

2+ years of experience working as a maintenance technician at a broadcast television/radio station with extensive experience in maintaining and troubleshooting a wide variety of broadcast equipment.
Strong knowledge of IT, data networking and network attached storage as it relates to broadcast systems.
Knowledge of FCC standards and regulations for television broadcast, distribution and closed captioning.
Ability to operate electronic test equipment used for troubleshooting circuits down to the component level.
Must be able to work outside of normal business hours, including mornings, nights and weekends.
Excellent communication skills are necessary.
Membership in the IATSE Local 820 union is a mandatory requirement for this role.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in electronics and/or completion of a certificate program in electronics from an accredited technical institute preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain digital transmitters, satellite antenna systems, signal distribution and routing systems, processing systems, monitoring devices, and automation systems.
Maintain support equipment including master and sub switchers, monitors, videotape machines, computer systems, microphones, and intercoms.
Conduct troubleshooting, installation, research, documentation, and cabling tasks.
Resolve complex problems not covered by existing procedures or practices independently, often under pressure.
Assist in the design and implementation of improvements to WQED’s operation.
Update technical plan documentation when installations are completed.
Document and maintain records of equipment repairs.
Provide, enhance, and utilize proactive monitoring system to anticipate technical issues and take remedial actions when monitoring indicates a need.
Help maintain logs and reports as per FCC Rules and Regulations.
Remain current on the developments and applications of state-of-the-art broadcast engineering technology.
Other duties as assigned.