Broadcast IT Engineer

Job Description

KATV, Little Rock, AR is seeking a Broadcast IT Engineer! This individual will be responsible for installing and maintaining video, audio, and other equipment associated with television broadcasting.

Responsibilities include:
• Assist Engineering Department with Transmitter and Master Control Maintenance
• Assist with video equipment set-up and maintenance
• Provide technical support to operational users
• Consult and communicate with engineering management and other engineers on technical issues as required
• Perform all technical work to engineering standards and practices
• Perform tasks associated with daily building upkeep
• Develop knowledge of facility specific IT needs and assist in supporting these systems
• FCC required tests and monitoring
• Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications and Requirements:
• Self-starter, able to work efficiently without direct supervision
• Be able to work effectively with other departments receiving and communicating instructions via telephone or in person
• Be able to read and understand technical materials
• Able to set priorities under pressure of deadlines
• Able to concentrate for long periods of time
• Hold a valid driver's license
• Must be flexible to accommodate shift changes including extended hours, weekends, and evenings
• Willing to travel in all weather conditions to transmitter and remote translator sites
• Associates degree (AA) in electronics or similar experience preferred
• Minimum of two years broadcast experience
• Working knowledge of broadcast station operations

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

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g3vje5-18-220-81-106-42 in your application.