What are the responsibilities and job description for the Broadcast Engineer position at Fort Myers Broadcasting Co?
Elevate Your Career in Broadcast Technology | Full-Time Broadcast Engineer | Fort Myers Broadcasting
Are you a tech-savvy problem solver with a passion for broadcast systems and a drive to make an impact? Fort Myers Broadcasting is seeking a Full-Time Broadcast Engineer to join our forward-thinking engineering team. This isn’t just a maintenance role — it’s a vital, hands-on position at the heart of live television, supporting the systems that keep our newsroom and on-air programming running smoothly and reliably.
Why Fort Myers Broadcasting?
We’re a legacy station with a mission to innovate. You'll work side-by-side with a collaborative team across departments — from news and production to IT and operations — where your expertise will directly contribute to the delivery of trusted news and high-quality broadcasting to our community. If you’re looking for a meaningful role with real impact, we want to meet you.
What You’ll Do
As a Broadcast Engineer, you'll help maintain and troubleshoot the essential systems that power our operations, from newsroom workstations to studio automation and transmission equipment. You’ll be a key player in ensuring our broadcasts are delivered on time and at the highest quality.
Core Responsibilities
What You Bring
Nice to Have
*Please no phone calls or emails regarding this position.
Are you a tech-savvy problem solver with a passion for broadcast systems and a drive to make an impact? Fort Myers Broadcasting is seeking a Full-Time Broadcast Engineer to join our forward-thinking engineering team. This isn’t just a maintenance role — it’s a vital, hands-on position at the heart of live television, supporting the systems that keep our newsroom and on-air programming running smoothly and reliably.
Why Fort Myers Broadcasting?
We’re a legacy station with a mission to innovate. You'll work side-by-side with a collaborative team across departments — from news and production to IT and operations — where your expertise will directly contribute to the delivery of trusted news and high-quality broadcasting to our community. If you’re looking for a meaningful role with real impact, we want to meet you.
As a Broadcast Engineer, you'll help maintain and troubleshoot the essential systems that power our operations, from newsroom workstations to studio automation and transmission equipment. You’ll be a key player in ensuring our broadcasts are delivered on time and at the highest quality.
Core Responsibilities
- Maintain and troubleshoot computers, servers, and broadcast-related systems
- Support users across news, production, and business units with hardware/software issues
- Ensure smooth transmission and operation of all live and recorded broadcasts
- Perform preventative maintenance, equipment installations, and emergency repairs
- Provide hands-on support during breaking news, severe weather, and system upgrades
- Assist in engineering projects and station-wide technical initiatives
- Maintain thorough documentation of system changes and problem resolution
- 2–3 years of broadcast or professional engineering experience preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent certification/experience
- Familiarity with Windows OS, server and desktop environments, and networking/IP systems
- Hands-on experience with broadcast equipment and transmission systems
- Ability to stay calm and effective under pressure in live production environments
- Strong troubleshooting, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends or on-call during critical events
- Experience with transmitters and RF systems
- Knowledge of video photography equipment and production workflows
- Leadership capabilities and a solution-focused mindset
- Ability to sit or work at a computer for extended periods.
- Clear verbal and written communication in person, by phone, and via video.
- Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Visual and auditory ability to operate standard office, recording, and production equipment.
- Ability to traverse the workspace including stairs daily.
- Friendly and supportive work environment.
- Full-time new hires: Eligible to participate in all Company benefit plans, including:
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, and HSA
- 1st of the month after 30 days employment
- Subject to plan terms
- Eligibility for company-paid benefits such as life insurance & EAP and employee-paid benefits such as short-term disability
- PTO – Earned on Accrual Basis
- Company-Paid Holidays
- 401(k)
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, and HSA
*Please no phone calls or emails regarding this position.
Southwest Florida is often praised as being one of the healthiest and happiest places in the world with miles of white-sand beaches and a dynamic community. Broadcast Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are a drug-free and smoke-free environment.
