Maintenance Engineer

Fox

Milwaukee (WI)

On-site

USD 23,000 - 52,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Other benefits

Job summary

FOX Television Stations is seeking a Broadcast Maintenance Engineer for WITI FOX6 to keep 24/7 operations running smoothly. You will perform preventative maintenance, rapid troubleshooting, and precise equipment installation to minimize downtime during live broadcasts.

The role requires hands-on technical skill with broadcast systems and the ability to work night shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed in a 24/7 environment.

Qualifications

Experience in television/radio broadcast engineering or a related technical field.
Proactive thinker who anticipates operational needs and communicates under pressure.
Strong organizational skills and ability to work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

System Integration: design, install, test, and document new hardware and software systems.
Technical Support: rapid troubleshooting and repairs to minimize airtime interruptions.
Network Security: manage data networks while adhering to information security policies.
Operational Training: provide guidance and training on workflows and equipment use.
Preventative Maintenance: perform routine updates and system checks.
Cross-Departmental Collaboration: ensure departments have the tools they need to succeed.

Skills

Team player

Self-starter

Organized

Excellent communicator

Proactive thinker

Education

IT/Electronics certificate

AS Degree

Tools

Ross OverDrive

TriCaster

Chyron

Sony ENG

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:

JOB TITLE: Broadcast Maintenance Engineer

WITI FOX6, a FOX-owned and operated station, is looking for a Maintenance Technician who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. We need a problem-solver dedicated to ensuring our 24/7/365 broadcast remains seamless through expert preventative maintenance, rapid troubleshooting, and precision equipment installation.

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

This position is represented by the IBEW.

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.

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 $16.98-37.58 per hour.

This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents.