Maintenance Engineer

FOX News Channel; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Union benefits as applicable

Job summary

FOX News Channel is seeking a full‑time Maintenance Engineer for KTBC Fox 7 in downtown Austin, TX. The role focuses on installing, operating, and maintaining video, audio, and associated broadcast and data networks complying with SMPTE ST 2110 standards.

You will troubleshoot faults quickly, perform system updates, and provide hands-on training to staff. The position requires on-site presence, an engineering/IT background, and a proactive, team‑oriented work style.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or four years of equivalent industry experience.
• Solid knowledge of broadcast and network systems.
• Experience in RF and fiber-optic workflows desirable.
• Proactive, independent, and collaborative work style.
• Flexible working hours with full onsite presence at the station.

Responsibilities

• Provide paramount customer service and collaborate with other departments.
• Design, install, test, and document new systems and equipment with the engineering team.
• Manage and maintain data networks following Information Security policies.
• Perform maintenance and repairs for all systems supporting live broadcasts and events.
• Troubleshoot faults quickly to minimize service loss.
• Perform software/hardware updates, tests, and installations as required.
• Provide technical assistance and training to operating staff on workflows.
• Promote and adhere to best engineering standards and practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Broadcast systems

Network systems

RF workflows

On-site work

Education

Associate degree in engineering or IT

Tools

RF equipment

Fiber-optic workflows

Job description

Company Overview

Fox Television Stations owns and operates 29 full‑power broadcast television stations in the U.S., including 18 affiliates of the FOX Network. The stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week and serve 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas.

Job Description

KTBC Fox 7, a Fox‑owned and operated TV station in downtown Austin, TX, is seeking a full‑time customer service‑focused and team‑oriented Maintenance Engineer. The Maintenance Engineer will install, operate, and maintain video, audio, and other broadcast and non‑broadcast equipment, including data networks conforming to SMPTE ST 2110 standards, production control switchers, audio mixers, automation systems, routing switchers, server‑based record and play‑out systems, non‑linear editors, encoders, decoders, multiplexers, newsroom computer systems, media streaming systems, and RF transmission equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide paramount customer service and collaborate with other departments.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to design, install, test, and document new systems and equipment.
• Manage and maintain data networks while conforming to Information Security Team policies.
• Perform minor repairs and maintenance to all systems supporting broadcast operations for live and production events.
• Accurately troubleshoot and repair technical faults quickly to minimize loss of service.
• Perform software and hardware updates, tests, and installations as required.
• Provide technical assistance and training to the technical operating staff on day‑to‑day operations and workflows.
• Practice, teach, and encourage best engineering standards and practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Ability to solve complex problems and concentrate for long periods.
• Solid working knowledge of broadcast and network systems.
• Experience in RF and fiber‑optic workflows is desirable.
• Proactive, rather than reactive, work style.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Flexible with changes in workflows, a clear communicator, detail‑oriented, and highly organized.
• Prior experience in television, radio broadcast engineering, or similar technical disciplines preferred.
• Associate degree with an emphasis in engineering or IT, or at least four years of equivalent industry experience.
• Physical ability to climb ladders up to 20 feet, lift 40 pounds, and work in tight spaces.
• Flexible working hours and full onsite presence at the station’s studio or transmitter.
• Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and ability to drive company vehicles.
• Background check clearance required.

Compensation

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location, is $30.00–34.09 per hour.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and other health insurance plans.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents.
• Union‑represented employees receive benefits in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider employment for qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.