Maintenance Engineer

FOX News Channel; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

FOX News Channel in Milwaukee seeks a Broadcast Maintenance Engineer to design, install, test and document new hardware and software systems, and to troubleshoot to minimize on-air interruptions.

You will manage data networks, train staff on equipment, and perform regular updates while collaborating across departments in a 24/7 broadcast environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in broadcast engineering or a related technical field.
• Working knowledge of broadcast and network systems; RF workflow is a plus.
• Able to work independently and in a team under pressure.

Responsibilities

• System Integration: design, install, test, and document new hardware and software systems.
• Technical Support: provide rapid troubleshooting to minimize airtime interruptions.
• Network Security: manage and maintain data networks per Security policies.
• Operational Training: train staff on daily workflows and equipment use.
• Preventative Maintenance: perform routine software/hardware updates and system checks.
• Cross-Departmental Collaboration: ensure all departments have needed tools and support.

Skills

Self-starter

Team collaboration

Broadcast & network systems

RF workflow experience

Proactive thinker

Organized & detail-oriented

Effective communicator

Education

IT or Electronics certificate

AS Degree

Tools

Ross OverDrive

TriCaster

Chyron

Sony ENG cameras

PTZ cameras

GatesAir transmitters

Dante audio

NDI

SMPTE 2110

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations FOX Television Stations (FTS) owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations, including stations in 14 of the top 15 markets and duopolies in 11. Eighteen are FOX Network affiliates, and together the stations produce approximately 1,300 hours of local news every week. FOX LOCAL, the company's free ad-supported digital and streaming product, extends that news, weather and local content across connected TV & mobile devices. LiveNOW from FOX expands the FTS portfolio even further as the only national streaming services to be truly live 24/7, covering breaking news and events as they happen.

JOB DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW

FOX Television Stations (FTS) owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations, including stations in 14 of the top 15 markets and duopolies in 11. Eighteen are FOX Network affiliates, and together the stations produce approximately 1,300 hours of local news every week. FOX LOCAL, the company's free ad-supported digital and streaming product, extends that news, weather and local content across connected TV & mobile devices. LiveNOW from FOX expands the FTS portfolio even further as the only national streaming services to be truly live 24/7, covering breaking news and events as they happen.

JOB TITLE

Broadcast Maintenance Engineer

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• System Integration: Collaborate with the engineering team to design, install, test, and document new hardware and software systems.
• Technical Support: Provide rapid troubleshooting and repairs to minimize airtime interruptions for live and production events.
• Network Security: Manage and maintain data networks while strictly adhering to Information Security policies.
• Operational Training: Act as a technical resource, providing guidance and training to operational staff on daily workflows and equipment use.
• Preventative Maintenance: Conduct routine software/hardware updates and system checks to uphold high engineering standards.
• Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Deliver exceptional internal customer service to ensure all departments have the tools they need to succeed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Is a self-starter who can work independently but excels in a team setting.
• Possesses a working knowledge of broadcast and network systems (RF workflow experience is a major plus).
• Is a proactive thinker who anticipates operational needs before they become issues.
• Is highly organized, detail-oriented, and an effective communicator under pressure.

TECHNICAL & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Experience: Prior background in television/radio broadcast engineering or a related technical field is preferred.
• Equipment Utilized: Ross OverDrive and camera robotics, TriCaster, Chyron, Sony ENG and PTZ cameras, GatesAir transmitters, Dante audio, NDI, SMPTE 2110.
• Problem Solving: Proven ability to resolve complex technical glitches during long shifts.
• Physical Ability: Must be comfortable climbing ladders (up to 20 feet), lifting up to 40 pounds, and working in confined spaces.
• Scheduling: Flexibility is key – this role requires the ability to work night shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed to support a 24-hour Broadcast Station.
• IT or Electronics certificate and/or AS Degree.

WORKPLACE

This position is represented by the IBEW.

DEI & DISABILITY CONFIDENT

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 for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

PAY & BENEFITS

Pay: $16.98-37.58 per hour.

• Medical/dental/vision.
• Insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents.

• Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

View more detail about FOX Benefits.

COMPANY CULTURE

We’re disruptors. We’re big dreamers. We’re believers in the future, in possibility, in potential. We’re reinventing the world, every day. We create content for audiences big and small, global and local. We put our audiences first, and work hard to bring them stories they’ll love, wherever they are and however they watch, listen and learn. Whatever your discipline, from on-air talent to behind-the-scenes tech guru to business and finance, the career opportunities at FOX are exciting, rewarding and game-changing. We seek out the most talented individuals – the dreamers, the disruptors and the visionaries –and we want them to know that they matter. We’re committed to helping every single one of our employees feel valued and inspired, every day.