What are the responsibilities and job description for the Broadcast Technology Specialist position at KHBS/KHOG 40/29 & THE ARKANSAS CW?
Job Description
40/29 the ABC affiliate in Rogers, AR is seeking a Broadcast Systems Technician (BST) to join our Technology team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving technical challenges, working across a wide variety of systems, and supporting the technology that keeps television stations on the air.
You’ll gain hands-on experience across:
What You’ll Do
What We’re Looking For
Schedule & Work Environment
This position involves a structured rotating schedule that may include:
Why Join Us?
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.
Benefits
Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
40/29 the ABC affiliate in Rogers, AR is seeking a Broadcast Systems Technician (BST) to join our Technology team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving technical challenges, working across a wide variety of systems, and supporting the technology that keeps television stations on the air.
You’ll gain hands-on experience across:
- Broadcast engineering
- IT infrastructure
- Networking
- Live production systems
- RF and transmitter operations
- Remote broadcast support
What You’ll Do
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair broadcast and IT systems to support reliable station operations
- Support live broadcasts and remote productions, including setup, monitoring, and troubleshooting
- Execute and improve preventative maintenance programs
- Install, configure, and maintain:
- Managed network switches
- Servers and workstations
- IP-based broadcast systems
- Production and routing equipment
- Provide technical support to News, Production, Creative Services, Sales, and Administration teams
- Travel as needed to transmitter sites, remote locations, and live event venues
- Document systems, workflows, and technical procedures
- Collaborate with Engineering and IT teams on system upgrades and new technology deployments
- Support GatesAir transmitters and satellite systems
What We’re Looking For
- Experience with managed network switches and IP-based systems
- Understanding of TCP/IP networking, VPNs, and LAN/WAN environments
- Experience supporting servers, workstations, and network infrastructure
- Familiarity with broadcast equipment and live production environments
- Experience with Windows desktop and server operating systems
- Knowledge of RF, transmitter, or satellite systems is a plus
- Cisco, VMware, Microsoft, or related certifications
- SBE certification
- Military communications or technical training background
- AV, IT support, or systems integration experience
Schedule & Work Environment
This position involves a structured rotating schedule that may include:
- Early mornings
- Evenings
- Weekends
Why Join Us?
- Work in a modern broadcast facility with advanced technology systems
- Gain exposure to both broadcast engineering and enterprise IT
- Be part of a collaborative, supportive technical team
- Develop skills across live production, networking, RF systems, and infrastructure
- Support local journalism and live television operations that serve the community
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.
Benefits
Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.
- Medical | Dental | Vision
- 401(k) matching
- Emotional Wellness Support
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- LGBTQ Health Services
- Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.