Broadcast Engineer: On‑Air Tech & IT Systems

AFE; Green Bay, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair's WLUK/WCWF is seeking a full-time Broadcast Engineer to support daily station operations, including broadcast equipment, IT systems, and facilities maintenance, ensuring reliable on-air performance. The role emphasizes hands-on work with servers, networks, and newsroom tech in a team setting.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of broadcast experience and strong skills across Windows, Mac and Linux, with solid troubleshooting and communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher in IT, electronics or computer science or a related field.
• 2–4 years of related broadcast experience
• 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

Responsibilities

• Manage and support servers, network security and network services
• PC/Mac hardware/software support for on-site workstations
• Provide support for the News Department's technical needs
• Assist with video equipment setup and maintenance
• Assist with Transmitter and Master Control maintenance
• Assist LAN/WAN related hardware and software maintenance
• Develop knowledge of facility IT needs and support these systems

Skills

MS Windows

Mac OS

Linux

Network fundamentals

Server/IT support

Team collaboration

Troubleshooting

Communications

Education

Associate degree or higher in IT/electronics/CS

Tools

Avid software/hardware

CompTIA A+ or SBE certification

Job description

Sinclair's WLUK/WCWF is seeking a full-time Broadcast Engineer to support daily station operations, including broadcast equipment, IT systems, and facilities maintenance, ensuring reliable on-air performance. The role emphasizes hands-on work with servers, networks, and newsroom tech in a team setting.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of broadcast experience and strong skills across Windows, Mac and Linux, with solid troubleshooting and communication abilities.