What are the responsibilities and job description for the Broadcast Engineer position at Sinclair Broadcast Group and Careers?
WLUK/WCWF has an excellent career opportunity for a full-time Broadcast Engineer to support daily station operations. This role is responsible for hands-on support of broadcast equipment, IT systems, and facilities maintenance, ensuring reliable on-air performance and efficient technical operations.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Manager and provide support in the management of Servers, Network Security and Network Services
- PC/Mac hardware/software support of on-site installing, servicing and repairing workstations
- Provide support for the technical needs of the News Department
- Assist with video equipment set-up and maintenance
- Assist Engineering with Transmitter and Master Control maintenance
- Assist with LAN and WAN related hardware and software maintenance
- Develop knowledge of facility specific IT needs and assist in supporting these systems
Requirements:
- Associates degree or higher in IT, electronics or computer science or a related field
- 2 - 4 years of related broadcast experience
- A great team-oriented attitude and dedication to quality
- Strong familiarity with Microsoft, Mac and Linux operating systems
- Knowledge and competency in core hardware and computer system technologies, including installation, configuration, diagnosing, preventive maintenance and LAN/WAN networking
- Proficiency in troubleshooting problems and responding quickly under pressure
- Excellent communication skills
Preferred Skills:
- Familiarity with Avid related software and hardware products a plus
- CompTIA A , SBE, or similar technical certification
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule
- On-call duty, including weekends and holidays Ability to lift computers and equipment generally less than 50 pounds
EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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