Broadcast Systems Technician

Hearst•Winter Park, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

WESH 2 and CW18, part of Hearst Television, operate from a state-of-the-art facility in Orlando, Florida. The station supports nine networks, two production control rooms, IP-based audio and video infrastructure, and a wide range of live productions. The engineering team also supports WMOR-TV in Tampa, providing exposure to multi-station operations and centralized broadcast workflows. As a flagship station, the organization is frequently among the first to deploy and test new broadcast and IT technologies, and its engineering team supports high-profile live events, remote broadcasts, and community initiatives. The Broadcast Systems Technician (BST) joins the Technology team and maintains and supports broadcast and IT systems that keep the stations on the air and operating effectively. The role works across networking, servers, broadcast equipment, and live production systems in a fast-paced, technically advanced environment. It is suited to someone with a strong technical foundation who enjoys troubleshooting, learning new systems, and working collaboratively. The role follows a structured rotating schedule that may include early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Requirements

Experience with managed network switches and IP-based systems.
Experience supporting servers, workstations, and network infrastructure.
Familiarity with broadcast equipment and production environments.
Understanding of TCP/IP networking, VPNs, and LAN environments.
Experience with Windows desktop and server operating systems.

Nice To Haves

Cisco, VMware, Microsoft, or similar certifications.
SBE certification.
Military or technical training background.
Strong IT, AV, or technical aptitude and an interest in learning broadcast systems.

Responsibilities

Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair broadcast and IT systems to ensure reliable daily operations.
Execute and improve preventative maintenance programs.
Provide technical support to News, Production, Creative Services, Sales, and Administration.
Support live broadcasts and remote productions, including setup and troubleshooting.
Install, configure, and maintain networking equipment, servers, and workstations.
Travel as needed to transmitter sites, remote locations, and live event venues.
Document systems, workflows, and technical procedures.
Collaborate with engineering and IT team members to support station operations and new technology deployments.