IT / Broadcast Engineer

Job Description

IT / Broadcast Engineer - KXII

About KXII:

Would you like to advance your career at an award-winning television station that leads the market in both news and programming? What we do at KXII matters, perhaps more than it ever has before. With an endless choice of sources, more people turn to KXII 12Media for local news, weather coverage and entertainment programming. We take pride in being the source most Texomans choose, whether watching television, reading online, following through social media, or consuming our content in any combination of these ways. Our employees contribute to that success on a daily basis. A dedicated group of experienced veterans and young professionals work hard morning, noon and night to serve our community by giving our customers the best quality content possible. We are where our community turns when severe weather threatens and when huge stories break. Regardless of their position, our employees take pride in that every day.

Job Summary/Description:

KXII-TV is seeking an experienced IT/Engineer that will work with hardware and broadcast systems that are used across television and new media. They make sure that shows are broadcast on time and to the highest level of quality. As well as operating and maintaining the systems.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
• Assist engineering in their everyday duties at a broadcast facility
• Maintain computer systems – Desktop support
• Support engineering aspects of the technical facility including studio support, post editing systems, field production support and transmission of live/recorded events & programs
• Have knowledge regarding broadcast equipment, technology, and systems. To be able to step in and assist in emergency situations
• Performs regular maintenance tasks including repairs, equipment replacement, supplies, etc.
• Ensures all transmission equipment is operating correctly before and during live event telecasts - corrects and documents technical problems
• Documents and executes necessary corrective actions
• Assist with implementing Engineering projects
• Work flexible hours when needed
• Provide assistance as needed for remote broadcasts
• General handyman Building Maintenance, if needed
• Additional duties as required
• Knowledge of the inner workings of a broadcast facility is helpful
• Ability to troubleshoot computer-related issues
• Ability to work under potentially high-stress situations
• Physical Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Associates Degree in Electronics or Computer Science or higher is preferred, or job experience equivalent

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Electronic equipment diagnostics
• Have working knowledge of the latest operating systems software, including server and desktop operating systems
• Familiar with networking and IP addressing
• Must be available to work during breaking news situations, severe weather, new system integrations and updates
• Valid Texas Driver's License and must have and maintain a clean driving record

Qualified, interested applicants may go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopening, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter and references

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-dy336q-18-191-228-88-42 in your application.