Broadcast Engineer

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group is seeking a talented Broadcast Engineer in Green Bay to support daily station operations. You will perform hands-on maintenance of broadcast equipment, IT systems and facilities to ensure reliable on-air performance and efficient technical operations.

You will manage servers, network security and services, support PC/Mac hardware and software on-site, assist with video equipment, Transmitter and Master Control, and LAN/WAN maintenance while collaborating with the News

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in IT, electronics or computer science or a related field.
• 2–4 years of related broadcast experience.
• Strong team attitude and dedication to quality.
• Familiarity with Microsoft, Mac and Linux operating systems.
• Knowledge of core hardware and computer system technologies, including LAN/WAN networking.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting problems and working under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and provide support in the management of Servers, Network Security and Network Services.
• PC/Mac hardware/software support of on-site installing, servicing and repairing workstations.
• Provide support for the technical needs of the News Department.
• Assist with video equipment set-up and maintenance.
• Assist Engineering with Transmitter and Master Control maintenance.
• Assist with LAN and WAN related hardware and software maintenance.
• Develop knowledge of facility specific IT needs and assist in supporting these systems.

Skills

Team oriented

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Networking

Linux

Education

Associate degree in IT/electronics/CS

Tools

Avid software

CompTIA A+

Job description

WLUK/WCWF has an excellent career opportunity for a full-time Broadcast Engineer to support daily station operations. This role is responsible for hands-on support of broadcast equipment, IT systems, and facilities maintenance, ensuring reliable on-air performance and efficient technical operations.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manager and provide support in the management of Servers, Network Security and Network Services
• PC/Mac hardware/software support of on-site installing, servicing and repairing workstations
• Provide support for the technical needs of the News Department
• Assist with video equipment set-up and maintenance
• Assist Engineering with Transmitter and Master Control maintenance
• Assist with LAN and WAN related hardware and software maintenance
• Develop knowledge of facility specific IT needs and assist in supporting these systems

Requirements:

• Associates degree or higher in IT, electronics or computer science or a related field
• 2 - 4 years of related broadcast experience
• A great team-oriented attitude and dedication to quality
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft, Mac and Linux operating systems
• Knowledge and competency in core hardware and computer system technologies, including installation, configuration, diagnosing, preventive maintenance and LAN/WAN networking
• Proficiency in troubleshooting problems and responding quickly under pressure
• Excellent communication skills

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with Avid related software and hardware products a plus
• CompTIA A+, SBE, or similar technical certification

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule
• On-call duty, including weekends and holidays
• Ability to lift computers and equipment generally less than 50 pounds

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.