Multimedia Technician
Hearst•Pittsburgh, PA
About The Position
WTAE-TV, the Hearst-owned ABC affiliate in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is hiring a full-time TV/Multimedia Engineering Technician. The technician maintains station equipment and systems from acquisition through distribution and provides technical and IT support for station operations. The position reports to the Assistant Chief Engineer.
Requirements
- Excellent troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to plan and execute equipment installation and research/design, and to document work in detail.
- Knowledge of desktop and server operating systems.
- Experience supporting networking devices and systems across LAN/WAN environments.
- In-depth knowledge of video production and television systems.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with team members.
- Positive attitude and motivation to solve problems successfully.
- Flexibility to work assigned shifts and days off.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods.
- Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and work on rooftops and in confined spaces.
- Valid driver’s license; the position requires travel to remote transmitter and microwave sites.
- Equivalent related work experience in a television, video, or IT environment will be considered.
Nice To Haves
- SBE, SMPTE, or IT certification is a plus.
- Equivalent military training from the Defense Information School (DINFOS) will be considered.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and support news-gathering equipment, including ENG cameras, field gear, ENG, DSNG, and CNG vehicles, editing systems, and support devices.
- Maintain and support IT systems and associated hardware and software, including infrastructure and end-user support.
- Maintain and support production equipment, including robotic camera systems, automated production systems, playout servers, graphics devices, lighting systems, weather systems, audio/intercom, and other production equipment.
- Maintain and support transmitter sites, microwave central receive sites, satellite antenna systems, signal distribution and routing systems, processing systems, monitoring devices, and on-air automation systems.
- Plan and carry out equipment installation, research and design, troubleshooting, and detailed documentation of work.
- Travel to remote transmitter and microwave sites as required.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) matching.
- Emotional wellness support.
- Paid time off.
- Paid parental leave.
- LGBTQ+ health services.
- Additional benefits to meet employees’ and their families’ needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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