Broadcast Systems Engineer & IT Technician

HEARST STATIONS INC

Pittsburgh (Allegheny County)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) matching

Emotional wellness

Paid time off

Parental leave

LGBTQ+ health services

Additional benefits

Job summary

WTAE-TV in Pittsburgh (Hearst Television) seeks a full-time TV/Multimedia Engineering Technician to maintain station equipment from acquisition to distribution and provide IT support. You will report to the Assistant Chief Engineer and work across ENG, DSNG, CNG, and studio systems.

Responsibilities include servicing news-gathering gear, production equipment, transmitters, microwave and satellite systems, and on-air automation.

Qualifications

Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to document work clearly.
Knowledge of desktop and server operating systems.
Networking support for LAN/WAN devices and systems.
In-depth knowledge of video production/television systems.
Ability to work independently or with a team.
Positive attitude and problem-solving mindset.
Flexibility for various work shifts and days off.
Ability to sit/stand for long periods.
Able to lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, work in confined spaces.
Valid driver’s license; travel to remote transmitter/microwave sites.
Equivalent TV/Video/IT-related work experience.
SBE/SMPTE/IT certifications are a plus.
Equivalent military training from DINFOS will be considered

Responsibilities

Maintain ENG, field gear, DSNG, CNG vehicles, editing systems and support devices.
Provide IT systems support for infrastructure and end users.
Maintain production gear including robotic cameras, play out servers, graphics, lighting and audio systems.
Service transmitter sites, microwave/satellite systems, signal routing and on-air automation.