Broadcast Systems Technician - Live TV & IT Infrastructure

NAB Leadership Foundation; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Job summary

Hearst Television's WLWT Engineering is seeking a Broadcast Systems Technician to maintain broadcast and IT systems, support daily operations, and troubleshoot across departments. The role spans broadcast equipment, RF, networking, servers, automation, and live production workflows.

You will install, configure, test, and document systems, travel to transmitter sites and event venues, and ensure compliance with FCC standards and Hearst technical requirements while collaborating with engineering

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Electronic Engineering Technology, Broadcast Engineering, Information Technology.
• Cisco, VMware, Microsoft, or SBE certifications preferred.
• Military technical training or experience is valued.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair broadcast and IT systems to support reliable daily operations.
• Execute and improve preventative maintenance programs.
• Install, configure, test, and maintain broadcast equipment, networking systems, servers, workstations, and related infrastructure.
• Provide technical support to News, Production, Creative Services, Sales, and Administration.
• Support live broadcasts and remote productions, including technical setup, operation, and troubleshooting.
• Assist with the maintenance and operation of digital transmitters, satellite systems, automation platforms, and content-distribution workflows.
• Travel as needed to transmitter sites, remote locations, and live event venues.
• Respond to equipment failures and technical issues, including those requiring service outside normal business hours.
• Document systems, workflows, technical procedures, maintenance activities, and configuration changes.
• Collaborate with engineering and IT team members on station operations, system improvements, and new technology deployments.
• Maintain compliance with FCC regulations, industry standards, and Hearst Television technical requirements.
• Participate in equipment evaluations, system testing, capital projects, and technology planning as assigned.

Skills

Networking basics

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Live production support

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree or higher in Electronic Engineering Technology, Broadcast Engineering, Information Technology

Tools

Cisco certifications

VMware certifications

Microsoft certifications

SBE certifications

Job description

Hearst Television's WLWT Engineering is seeking a Broadcast Systems Technician to maintain broadcast and IT systems, support daily operations, and troubleshoot across departments. The role spans broadcast equipment, RF, networking, servers, automation, and live production workflows.

You will install, configure, test, and document systems, travel to transmitter sites and event venues, and ensure compliance with FCC standards and Hearst technical requirements while collaborating with engineering