Facilities Maintenance Technician

TEGNA, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

TEGNA Inc. is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician for the WBNS-TV station in Columbus, Ohio. You will coordinate building operations, grounds upkeep, backup power maintenance, and fleet logistics to support the station's technical infrastructure.

The role requires 3+ years in facility maintenance, experience with multi-site operations, and knowledge of HVAC and plumbing. Travel between sites and a valid driver’s license are expected; email [e-mail] for applications.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a facility technician or in property maintenance, with a track record supporting multiple locations.
• Experience in high-availability environments like media stations or telecom hubs is preferred.
• Knowledge of commercial plumbing systems and industrial HVAC configurations is a significant plus.
• OSHA 10-Hour or OSHA 30-Hour General Industry certification is preferred but not required.
• Valid Driver's License with a clean, insurable record.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily building maintenance and security checks across multiple station locations and technical sites.
• Manage exterior grounds, landscaping, outdoor lighting, drainage, parking lot upkeep, and snow removal.
• Coordinate infrastructure projects with the Head of Technology to align power and cooling with equipment upgrades.
• Assist in maintaining facility backup generators, fuel tracking, and load bank testing.
• Schedule servicing and repairs for news vehicles and production vans across locations.
• Maintain uninterrupted utility flow using UPS and automatic transfer switches.
• Help regulate precision cooling and HVAC for control rooms and server areas.
• Track vehicle registrations and regulatory documents (PUCO/OSHP) and insurance.
• Coordinate with third-party vendors for contract compliance and maintenance delivery.
• Follow disaster recovery protocols and ensure fleet readiness for major events.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support station needs.

Skills

Facility maintenance

Multi-site coordination

Grounds maintenance

Power backup systems

Vehicle fleet logistics

HVAC systems

Safety compliance

Valid driver’s license

Tools

HVAC configurations

Plumbing systems

OSHA knowledge

Job description

TEGNA Inc. helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

We are searching for a Facilities Maintenance Technician for our WBNS-TV station, based in Columbus, Ohio and reporting to the Head of Technology. This position coordinates multi-site building operations, grounds upkeep, critical backup power maintenance, and fleet logistics to support the station's technical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Multi-Site Facility Operations: Perform daily building maintenance, security checks, and asset upkeep across multiple station locations and technical sites.
• Grounds Maintenance Management: Execute exterior property care across all sites, including seasonal landscaping, outdoor lighting checks, drainage clearing, parking lot upkeep, and winter snow removal.
• Tech-Facilities Alignment: Carry out infrastructure projects under the guidance of the Head of Technology, ensuring power and cooling match equipment upgrades.
• Generator Maintenance Assistance: Assist in maintaining facility backup generators at all sites by coordinating load bank testing, tracking fuel levels, and scheduling technician service.
• Fleet Maintenance & Logistics: Schedule routine servicing and mechanical repairs for news vehicles, satellite trucks, and production vans distributed across locations.
• Critical Power Upkeep: Assist in maintaining uninterrupted utility flow across sites using industrial backup generators, Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems, and automatic transfer switches.
• Specialized Building HVAC Management: Help regulate continuous precision cooling and building HVAC systems for control rooms, server racks, and studio floors.
• Vehicle Compliance & Safety: Track vehicle registrations, Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) and Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) regulations, and commercial auto insurance documents.
• Vendor Contract Coordination: Coordinate with third-party facility vendors across multiple sites to ensure contract compliance and timely maintenance delivery.
• Disaster Recovery Planning: Follow facility emergency protocols established by tech leadership and ensure the vehicle fleet is staged for major news events.
• Operational Flexibility: Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of Technology to support evolving station requirements and tech/building infrastructure needs.

Required Qualifications

• 3 or more years of experience working as a facility technician or in property maintenance, with a proven track record of supporting multiple physical locations. Experience in high-availability environments like media stations or telecom hubs is preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of commercial plumbing systems and specialized industrial building HVAC configurations a significant plus.
• Possession of an OSHA 10-Hour or OSHA 30-Hour General Industry certification is preferred but not required.
• History of working within a technology, engineering, or broadcast operations department.
• Basic understanding of Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) regulations and local vehicle safety standards.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License with a clean, insurable driving record.
• Ability to travel regularly between facility locations using station or personal vehicles.li>
• Must be able to safely lift, carry, push, or pull equipment and materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb ladders to inspect building infrastructure and grounds across various sites. #LI-MS1

Pay Range

$31 - $36 USD

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.

Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA’s 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.

Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.

TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.

* Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email [e-mail]