Broadcast Maintenance Engineer - Onsite, Growth & Benefits

FOX; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 41,328 - 46,962; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

FOX KTBC Fox 7 in downtown Austin, TX is seeking a full-time Maintenance Engineer to install, operate, and maintain video, audio, and data networks including SMPTE ST 2110 based systems. You will support live broadcasts, collaborate with a skilled engineering team, and ensure security policies are followed.

The role requires problem-solving, teamwork, and flexibility. Expect onsite work, ladder access up to 20 feet, up to 40 lb lifts, and a strong focus on reliability.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering/ IT or 4+ years of equivalent industry experience.
• Ability to solve complex problems and concentrate for long periods.
• Proactive, team-oriented, self-starting.
• Flexible with changes in workflows and highly organized.

Responsibilities

• Provide paramount customer service and collaborate with other departments.
• Design, install, test, and document new systems and equipment.
• Manage and maintain data networks following Security policies.
• Perform routine maintenance to broadcast systems for live/production events.
• Troubleshoot and repair faults quickly to minimize downtime.
• Update software/hardware and install as required.
• Train staff on operations and workflows.
• Maintain engineering standards and practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Proactive

Communication

Organization

Education

Associate degree in Engineering/ IT

Tools

RF systems

Fiber optics

Video/audio systems

Job description

FOX KTBC Fox 7 in downtown Austin, TX is seeking a full-time Maintenance Engineer to install, operate, and maintain video, audio, and data networks including SMPTE ST 2110 based systems. You will support live broadcasts, collaborate with a skilled engineering team, and ensure security policies are followed.

The role requires problem-solving, teamwork, and flexibility. Expect onsite work, ladder access up to 20 feet, up to 40 lb lifts, and a strong focus on reliability.