Broadcast Engineer III

This role is for a Broadcast Engineer III working under the direction of the Broadcast Engineering Manager/Director, assisting with all aspects of the technical operation and live production support.

$65,000.00/yr – $72,000.00/yr

• Install and/or modify technical equipment and systems.
• Develop and maintain system documentation for operational and troubleshooting purposes.
• Design and manufacture hardware and systems.
• Responsible for preventative maintenance and emergency repairs of video, audio, and RF systems, including satellite and wireless equipment.
• Work closely with production staff and other resource departments to ensure operational and production needs are effectively and efficiently met.
• Identify and implement alternative ways of meeting program output and other requirements to cover equipment failures with minimum loss of services.
• Handle all auction software, highlight problems, and identify areas of possible improvement.
• Provide user support and maintain desktop editing systems, technical desktop systems, and IT infrastructure related to the live broadcast environment.
• Maintain the smooth running of the operation in the studio, covering program and maintenance needs.
• Install and maintain video, audio, RF and computer equipment, including studio camera and switching systems, video monitors and technical measurement devices, videotape machines, disc‑based video file servers and automation systems, electronic graphic systems, and internal auction management system.
• Maintain and change studio lights when necessary.
• Advise operational and production staff on the technical capabilities of broadcast engineering systems and equipment.
• Cover technical operations crew breaks and absences.
• Proficient with and have a good understanding of satellite and headend signal distribution to affiliates for quick response to transmission outages.
• Respond to outage calls from operations team 24/7.
• Record all visual output for FCC regulations.
• Act as a subject matter expert for all technology within the broadcast facility.
• Lead initial response to any technical issues.

• Minimum two‑year program; formally certified or degreed training in electronics, RF, and computer technology through college, university, accredited technical school, or military training.
• Minimum five years of experience in the broadcast/production engineering field with a working knowledge of digital/analog studio, remote, and transmission equipment and related facilities.
• Practical knowledge of hazardous voltages, towers, ground system, generators, and hazardous fuel storage.
• Ability to multi‑task, work long hours, and respond promptly in an on‑call capacity.
• Dependable and flexible, able to work in a 24/7 environment.

• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like.
• Moving yourself in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 40 pounds in all directions.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Operating machinery and or power tools.
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.

Preferred:
Technical school, community college, or college training in electronics, computer networking, or broadcast technology, certified or degreed training in electronics, RF, computer technology through college, university, accredited technical school, or military training.

• FCC General Radiotelephone, SBE Broadcast Certification, CET Certifications, and MCSE.

Please note that if we decide to extend an offer to you Shop LC conducts a thorough background check and requires a drug test. Texas law requires that males, age 18 through 25, be properly registered with the Selective Service System in order to be eligible for employment.

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