Remote Broadcast Engineer – Field Transmitter Tech

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia; Remote; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Engineering laptop provided

Basic hand tools provided

Job summary

The WVTF Northern Broadcast Engineer at Virginia Tech will support the northern WVTF/Radio IQ transmission network, primarily at transmitter sites in the Richmond, Fredericksburg, and Charlottesville areas, while operating in a remote capacity.

Responsibilities include RF transmitter maintenance, site documentation, alarms, and studio support, along with basic networking and IT troubleshooting. Strong self‑start, reliability, and tool proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in RF transmitter maintenance or related technical field.
• Experience with electronics troubleshooting and test equipment usage.
• Experience with building and grounds maintenance and hand tools.
• Experience with IT networking and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Provide transmitter site maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Maintain site documentation and verify operations.
• Support studio-transmitter link maintenance and audio monitoring.
• Collaborate with vendors and perform IT/networking tasks as needed.

Skills

RF transmitter maintenance

electronics troubleshooting

building maintenance

IT networking

valid driver’s license

interpersonal communication

Tools

Voltmeter/Ohmmeter

Oscilloscope

Test equipment

Job description

The WVTF Northern Broadcast Engineer at Virginia Tech will support the northern WVTF/Radio IQ transmission network, primarily at transmitter sites in the Richmond, Fredericksburg, and Charlottesville areas, while operating in a remote capacity.

Responsibilities include RF transmitter maintenance, site documentation, alarms, and studio support, along with basic networking and IT troubleshooting. Strong self‑start, reliability, and tool proficiency are essential.