Station Engineer

Job Description

FOX 55 is looking for a station engineer with TV/broadcasting experience. Candidate should be familiar with maintaining studio, control room, ENG, and transmission equipment as well as be proficient in the repair of digital and analog audio, video and server equipment.

Required Skills

• Provides engineering assistance with studio equipment support, transmitter maintenance, editing systems, field production and transmission of live/recorded events and programs
• Documents technical problems and reports them to management
• Performs regular maintenance tasks including repairs, equipment replacement, supplies, etc.
• Maintains building needs and station vehicles
• Oversees management of master control operators including recruitment
• Active Directory management
• Desktop support for local and remote users
• Design, implement and maintain computer/network security policies
• Work with corporate engineering and 3rd party vendors to configure, install and maintain switches, routers, servers, NAS and other hardware and software
• Provide capital budgetary support and advice for selection and replacement of equipment
• Must be available to work during breaking news situations, severe weather, new system integrations and updates

Education Required

• 2-3 years of professional or broadcast experience
• A bachelor’s degree in engineering, IT or related is preferred
• Microsoft, Cisco, CompTIA and other industry certifications are a plus
• Strong leadership skills and ability to operate in high pressure situations
• Commanding knowledge of broadcast video equipment and techniques
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly to all work situations
• Professional, communicative, highly self-motivated, and detail oriented
• Physical ability to lift more than 50lbs., climb ladders and work in cramped quarters
• Possess a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record

Benefits

• Salary
• Full benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage
• 401(K)
• Paid vacation and holidays

How to Apply

Apply online at wfft.com
FOX 55 is an equal opportunity employer.