Morning Broadcast Engineer

TEGNA; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental & vision

401(k) plan

Teladoc access

Spring Health

Paid time off

Holidays

Holiday pay

Job summary

TEGNA's WCSH-TV in Maine is seeking a skilled Broadcast Engineer to join our team, providing essential technical support for TV production, transmission and IT systems. The role covers installation, maintenance, and repair of cameras, routers, editing systems and related equipment, with room for growth within a dynamic broadcasting environment.

Morning shift 4am–12:30pm, Monday through Friday, offering opportunities to contribute to daily news operations while staying at the forefront of

Qualifications

• Self-motivated with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of working under pressure, meeting deadlines, and managing multiple projects.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and maintaining television broadcast equipment.
• Knowledgeable about radio equipment and electronics used for transmitting signals compliant with FCC regulations.
• Must be able to multi-task.
• Must have good project management skills including planning, documenting and execution along with follow-up and final reporting of project status.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth day-to-day operations of our television station, encompassing all aspects of daily news operations, equipment, and computer-based IT systems.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on cameras, audio equipment, video routers, editing systems, intercoms, and traditional broadcast applications.
• Maintain, upgrade and support broadcast and IT environments throughout the station including support for departments such as sales, news, television production and broadcast studios.
• Provide technical support to all operational users and consult with engineering management and fellow engineers on technical issues.
• Troubleshoot and repair computer hardware, software, peripherals, network servers, printers, storage, routers, switches, LAN cabling, system security and virus protection.
• Create and update wiring documentation and system configuration documentation.

Skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal communication

Troubleshooting

Project management

Multitasking

Written and verbal communication

Tools

Cameras

Video routers

Editing systems

Intercom systems

Networking equipment

Job description

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) 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 than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

Position: Broadcast Engineer – WCSH-TV, News Center Maine

WCSH-TV, a TEGNA company, is seeking a skilled Broadcast Engineer to join our team, providing essential technical support to WCSH. This individual will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of TV/Digital production, transmission, and computer-based equipment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the dynamic field of multimedia broadcasting, with room for growth and professional development within our team.

NOTE: This is a morning shift position 4 am‑12:30 pm Monday‑Friday.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth day-to-day operations of our television station, encompassing all aspects of daily news operations, equipment, and computer-based IT systems.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on cameras, audio equipment, video routers, editing systems, intercoms, and traditional broadcast applications.
• Maintain, upgrade and support broadcast and IT environments throughout the station including support for departments such as sales, news, television production and broadcast studios.
• Provide technical support to all operational users and consult with engineering management and fellow engineers on technical issues.
• Troubleshoot and repair computer hardware, software, peripherals, network servers, printers, storage, routers, switches, LAN cabling, system security and virus protection.
• Create and update wiring documentation and system configuration documentation.
• Stay informed about technological advancements in software, hardware, networking, media storage, television broadcasting and studio production.
• Constructively work with other departments to solve problems.
• Perform occasional light building maintenance and handle other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Self‑motivated with strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of working under pressure, meeting deadlines, and managing multiple projects.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and maintaining television broadcast equipment.
• Knowledgeable about radio equipment and electronics used for transmitting signals compliant with FCC regulations.
• Must be able to multi‑task.
• Must have good project management skills including planning, documenting and execution along with follow‑up and final reporting of project status.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey the status of issues, provide progress updates and propose solutions to challenging technical issues.
• Prior experience in television broadcast and/or network IT preferred.
• Competence in installing and maintaining computer systems and network equipment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be available occasionally for on‑call schedule.

Benefits

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‑time 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‑time, 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.

EEO Statement

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].