Maintenance Engineer - KIRO TV

Cox Media Group•Seattle, WA

1d•$32 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

The KIRO-TV Maintenance Technician candidate will be involved in the installation, troubleshooting and support of the infrastructure and systems within the broadcast facility. This role will also supplement Master Control operations. The candidate must have a passion for broadcast engineering/IT and be comfortable with current media technologies, concepts and emerging trends (i.e. Software-centric Broadcast technology, Streaming, OTT, Cloud Computing, etc.).

Requirements

Have a minimum of 2 years of experience in broadcasting or technically adjacent field.
Possess strong engineering, IT/networking, and troubleshooting skills.
Able to reimage or build up servers and desktop computers at the OS level.
Experience with RF equipment such as broadcast transmitters and microwave equipment.
Demonstrate excellence in documentation and system drawing.
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
Self-starter and able to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment, working both independently and as a part of a team.
Project oriented, organized and able to list previously executed projects from concept to completion.
Demonstrate the ability to pivot and manage changing priorities and tight deadlines.
Be willing to expand knowledge of emerging broadcast industry concepts/technologies.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
KIRO-TV is a 24/7 operation, and the candidate may be required to work non-traditional shifts, weekends/holidays, and be willing to be on call and/or work extra hours as needed.
Candidate should be able to lift and carry equipment as necessary.
This is a position under an IBEW collective bargaining agreement.

Nice To Haves

A degree or certifications in a technical related field, and/or equivalent experience
AutoCAD and Visio software
Avid & iNews, Imagine, Evertz, RTS, Ignite
Remote access systems (LogMeIn, TeamViewer, VNC, etc.)
Automated Production Control software
Broadcast Automation Systems and related equipment
Newsroom NRCS/MAM Systems
Adobe Creative Software Products

Responsibilities

Installation, configuration and maintenance of critical on-air video, audio, signal processing and transmission systems.
Troubleshoot and repair a variety of TV broadcast and production equipment
Provide operational support for end-users; respond to help desk tickets and calls
Interface with third party vendors and support technicians
Lead, execute, and complete projects as directed by management
Cable installation and termination
Part time and fill-in Master Control operations
All other duties as assigned

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance available to the employee and employee’s family (i.e. child, spouse, domestic partner).
Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare and dependent care) and Health Savings Accounts
Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance (supplemental and accidental, death, and dismemberment)
Participation in CMG’s 401(k) plan with generous company match and both pre-tax and Roth options
Full-time hourly employees are eligible to earn up to 176 hours of PTO inclusive of paid sick and safe time under applicable law
Part-time employees will receive one hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked
Up to eight (8) paid holidays & two (2) floating holidays throughout calendar year 2026
Up to two (2) weeks of paid parental leave
Employee Assistance Program
All other benefits required by applicable law