Broadcast Systems Engineer – TV/Radio & Streaming

San Diego State University; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual work attire

Paid time off on your birthday

10 vacation days and 13 holidays off

Full benefits packages

Sick leave accruals

On-site childcare at a discounted rate

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

San Diego State University’s KPBS unit is seeking a Broadcast Engineer to maintain and operate TV, radio, and digital broadcasting systems on-site. The role involves installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting equipment, responding to emergencies, and coordinating with the engineering team.

The position requires availability outside normal business hours, including nights and weekends, and the ability to drive a station vehicle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or combination of technical training and experience.
• Three years of progressively responsible experience as audiovisual engineer, including all phases of operation and maintenance of television facilities and broadcast studios.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all technical aspects of TV, Radio and Streaming broadcast operations, including studios, control rooms, transmission systems, and field equipment.
• Design, install, configure, maintain and troubleshoot broadcast systems such as automation servers, routing switchers, audio boards, intercom systems, and transmitter facilities.
• Respond to station emergencies resulting from equipment or facility failures.
• Maintain detailed inventory and repair records.
• Mates purchase recommendations for equipment, components and supplies.
• Be in constant communication with department supervisors and team members to exchange information, address concerns, complete assignments and work collaboratively on various projects as they arise.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Effective communication

Teamwork

Cross-cultural sensitivity

Driving station vehicle

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

AutoCad

Job description

San Diego State University’s KPBS unit is seeking a Broadcast Engineer to maintain and operate TV, radio, and digital broadcasting systems on-site. The role involves installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting equipment, responding to emergencies, and coordinating with the engineering team.

The position requires availability outside normal business hours, including nights and weekends, and the ability to drive a station vehicle.