Broadcast Maintenance Engineer

Job Description

Interested in working in a fun, exciting, fast-paced environment at one of the most storied television stations in the country? NewsNation Chicago has an immediate opening for a Broadcast Maintenance Engineer. Reporting to the Director of Engineering NewsNation, the successful candidate will assist in construction and maintenance of state-of-the-art broadcast systems supporting our local news operation and our national news operation.

Desired Experience and Skills
• A two-year degree in a technical profession desired
• Five years' experience as an engineer in a broadcast facility
• Functional knowledge of current television broadcast systems including production control room automation systems, house video/audio distribution, studio equipment including cameras, wired and wireless audio gear, CATV systems, air control and airpath systems, satellite transmission and reception, etc.
• Ross Overdrive automation systems, MOS Workflow, ENPS, Bitcentral, Wheatstone WheatNET devices or equal experience desired
• Ross Tessera and LED Videowalls/Processors experience a plus
• Expert troubleshooting skills and ability to understand system drawings required
• Excellent IT skills including knowledge of operating systems, software, and IP networking
• Working knowledge of common television test equipment including signal generators/ analyzers, scopes, etc.
• Proficiency and experience performing cable installations, soldering, crimping cable connectors, including cable documentation, labeling, post-installation commissioning and testing processes, etc.
• Attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to perform work that may require use of a ladder
• Ability to stand for long periods while performing tasks
• Ability to perform tasks from a kneeling position
• Knowledge of common business software applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook a plus
• AutoCAD experience a plus

This position will require shift work which may include nights, weekends, and holidays, along with overtime as situations demand.

This position is under the jurisdiction of IBEW 1220 and union membership is required.

NewsNation is in the WGN-TV building seven miles Northwest of downtown Chicago with free on-site parking for employees. Do you have what it takes to be on our team? Send us your resume and take your first step towards becoming a part of the NewsNation crew!

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gxnymo-18-221-129-19-42 in your application.