Operations Technician

Hearst•Kansas City, MO

49d•Onsite

About The Position

KMBC TV/KCWE TV, the ABC/CW Hearst Television stations in Kansas City, MO has an opening for a broadcast Operations Technician. The Operations Technician maintains the technical integrity of the station's on-air systems and its equipment from acquisition to distribution. This position supports all station efforts in-house and on remote locations. At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve. Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Requirements

Should have 1+ years of experience working as an Operations Technician or Engineer at a commercial television station with extensive experience in operating a wide variety of broadcast equipment.
Must have a solid background in the operations of broadcast television systems and equipment.
Must be available to work all shifts and holidays

Responsibilities

Maintaining on air operations to include running commercials, network, and local programming.
Working knowledge of master control and production control room automation systems.
Follow FCC monitoring and EAS procedures.
Coordinate ENG Microwave activity. Including Helicopter and Live truck reception.
Work with all field units coordinating cellular TVU live shots.
Ingesting and prepping content for on air playback.
Work as needed with station engineering assisting with facilities projects and upkeep of the technical plant.
Basic multi-media computer skills and familiarity with current Internet technology
Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Chief Engineer and Director of Engineering.
In-person attendance is required.