Broadcast Maintenance Engineer
About The Position
Nexstar Media Chicago is a powerhouse in linear TV and streaming, operating 5 studios, 3 control rooms, and 5 streaming studios producing live content around the clock. NewsNation reaches 75 million households nationwide, and WGN-TV is Chicago’s #1 local station. Our brands also include Antenna TV and Rewind TV. We’re seeking a full-time Broadcast Maintenance Engineer with strong IT skills to join our engineering team. You’ll provide daily maintenance and operational support for a large, complex broadcast facility, ensuring reliability across traditional and digital platforms.
Requirements
- 5+ years as an IT technician or broadcast maintenance engineer (media facility preferred).
- Strong knowledge of IP networking (LAN/VLAN/WAN/VPN), Active Directory, Windows/Linux platforms.
- Ability to use network tools (ping, traceroute) and common test equipment (signal generators, scopes).
- Understanding of video compression, resolutions (e.g. 1080i) and bandwidth requirements.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to work from schematics.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Must join IBEW Local 1220.
- Shift work required (nights, weekends, holidays) with occasional overtime.
Nice To Haves
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline a plus.
- Familiarity with broadcast systems: Ross Xpression/Tessera, LED videowalls, Dante audio, satellite transmission.
- Familiarity with newsroom and production environments.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and troubleshoot broadcast and IT systems, including studio/control room automation, master control, ENPS newsroom, cameras, audio gear, and streaming encoders.
- Configure and troubleshoot IP networking for servers and broadcast equipment.
- Diagnose signal flow and data flow issues; interpret schematics and system drawings.
- Support remote feed technologies (Dejero, TVU, Haivision) and streaming workflows.
- Collaborate with engineering team to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
- Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
