Operations Engineer

PBS39; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

PBS39 is seeking an experienced Broadcast/Engineering Operations professional to ensure reliable operation of all technical production systems and to support building infrastructure at our Bethlehem, PA facility.

The role covers setup, maintenance, and upgrades of studio and field equipment, plus planning for capital projects and long-term technical needs. You will lead engineering tasks, coordinate vendors, and ensure regulatory and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressive engineering experience.
• Experience supporting live production operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure, live-production environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee setup, configuration, and operation of audio, video, intercom, IFB, transmission, streaming, and production systems.
• Ensure proper operation of studio, PTZ, and field cameras, monitors, recorders, routers, control systems, and related broadcast infrastructure.
• Set up production resources to support daily operations, productions, and special events.
• Installation, maintenance, documentation, and lifecycle management of all broadcast-related equipment and systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues impacting live productions, broadcasts, and station operations.
• Coordinate repair, replacement, and vendor support for broadcast and technical equipment.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Plan and manage system upgrades, technology refreshes, capital projects, and future technical needs.
• Ensure systems comply with applicable industry standards, safety requirements, and regulatory obligations.
• Oversee the administration and reliability of engineering technology systems.
• Coordinate routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and emergency response related to technical infrastructure.
• Manage day-to-day relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providers.

Skills

Broadcast engineering

Audio/video systems

Troubleshooting

Project management

Live production support

IT-based workflows

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Automation systems

Job description

Job Summary

Ensures reliable operation of all technical production systems and assist with building infrastructure. Responsible for maintaining distribution integrity, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and long-term planning for technical and facility needs.

Description

JOB SUMMARY: Ensures reliable operation of all technical production systems and assist with building infrastructure. Responsible for maintaining distribution integrity, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and long-term planning for technical and facility needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES (Engineering & Technical Operations)

• Oversee setup, configuration, and operation of audio, video, intercom, IFB, transmission, streaming, and production systems.
• Ensure proper operation of studio, PTZ, and field cameras, monitors, recorders, routers, control systems, and related broadcast infrastructure.
• Set up production resources to support daily operations, productions, and special events.
• Installation, maintenance, documentation, and lifecycle management of all broadcast-related equipment and systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues impacting live productions, broadcasts, and station operations.
• Coordinate repair, replacement, and vendor support for broadcast and technical equipment.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Plan and manage system upgrades, technology refreshes, capital projects, and future technical needs.
• Ensure systems comply with applicable industry standards, safety requirements, and regulatory obligations.
• Oversee the administration and reliability of engineering technology systems.
• Coordinate routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and emergency response related to technical infrastructure.
• Manage day-to-day relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providers.
• All other duties as assigned.

Key Accountabilities

• Maintain high reliability and uptime of all distribution , technical, and broadcast systems.
• Deliver consistent, high-quality technical support for live and recorded productions.
• Proactively identify risks, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities across engineering and facilities.

Key Competency Components

• SKILLS:
• Advanced operation and management of distribution & production systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, system integration, and project management skills.
• KNOWLEDGE:
• Deep knowledge of broadcast engineering, audio/video systems, IT-based workflows, and facility infrastructure.
• Understanding of power, grounding, environmental, and safety considerations for media facilities.
• EXPERIENCE:
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressive engineering experience.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field preferred.
• Experience supporting live production operations.
• TRAITS:
• Takes initiative and demonstrates accountability.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure, live-production environments.
• CHARACTERISTICS:
• Highly reliable, detail-oriented, and solution-focused.
• Capable of making accurate, timely decisions to maintain on-air and operational integrity.

Requirements

• May be asked to work longer hours and occasional weekends with short notice.
• Will/may be driving a company vehicle or your own vehicle for company business, a valid driver’s license and a good driving record as determined by a driver’s license background check is required for this position.
• All team members must successfully pass a background check (7 years), FBI fingerprint clearance and PA child clearance.