Maintenance Engineer

Wisconsin Broadcasters Association; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WITI FOX6, a FOX-owned station, seeks a Maintenance Technician to ensure uninterrupted 24/7/365 broadcast operations through expert preventative maintenance and rapid troubleshooting.

The candidate will work with engineers to install and test hardware/software, support live events, and train staff on workflows. Flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays is required; prior broadcast engineering experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Prior background in television/radio broadcast engineering or related technical field.
• Experience with listed equipment and systems used in daily broadcast operations.
• IT or electronics certificate and/or AS degree.

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 and maintain data networks per security policies.
• Operational Training: provide guidance and training to operational staff on workflows and equipment use.
• Preventative Maintenance: routine software/hardware updates and system checks.
• Cross-Departmental Collaboration: deliver internal customer service to ensure departments have tools to succeed.

Skills

Self-starter

Broadcast systems

RF workflow

Proactive thinker

Organized

Detail-oriented

Communicator under pressure

Education

IT or Electronics certificate

AS Degree

Tools

Ross OverDrive

TriCaster

Chyron

Sony ENG/PTZ

GatesAir transmitters

Dante Audio

NDI

SMPTE 2110

Job description

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

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:

In this role, you will be the technical backbone of our broadcast operations. Your primary duties include:

• 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:

The ideal candidate:

• 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.

EOE/M/F/Veteran/Disabled

Additional Info

Station/Company Name : WITI / FOX Television Stations