MPT Transmitter Maintenance Engineer

LOCATION OF POSITION

11767 Owings Mills Blvd., Owings Mills, MD 21117

Working under the supervision of the Chief Engineer for the Transmission & Distribution Engineering Unit, based out of Owings Mills, MD, the Transmitter Maintenance Engineer will ensure the proper operation, maintenance, and repair of all facilities and equipment related to the distribution and transmission of MPT's broadcast signals, including high power UHF DTV transmitters and related broadcast equipment; 480V 3-phase power;

HVAC systems; diesel generators; and CCTV camera systems. In support of this, frequent travel to MPT's seven transmitter/tower sites and related microwave sites, distributed across the state of Maryland, is required.

• Maintain On-Air Operations:
  Utilize technical skills to troubleshoot, repair, and calibrate broadcast equipment, minimizing downtime and ensuring seamless broadcasting.
• Electronics Repair:
  Demonstrate proficiency in reading schematics, troubleshooting, and repairing circuit boards down to the component level.
• Equipment Installation:
  Install, test, and configure broadcast systems, including component integration and wiring within equipment racks.
• Preventive Maintenance:
  Perform regular maintenance and cleaning to ensure equipment compliance with MPT and FCC regulations.
• Network Configuration:
  Configure and troubleshoot microwave, fiber‑optic, and TCP/IP networks, as well as Windows and Linux‑based systems and software.
• Effective Communication:
  Interact professionally and efficiently with contractors, vendors, tower tenants, equipment manufacturers, and MPT staff.
• Facility Upkeep:
  Contribute to the maintenance and cleanliness of MPT tower sites, including building, facility, janitorial, and grounds‑keeping tasks.

• Associate’s Degree in Electronics or Computer Science, or an equivalent combination of related coursework and experience, and at least two years of experience in a television broadcast environment or related field.
  
  Note:
  
  Experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education only.
• For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must accompany the application.

• Federal Communications Commission (FCC) General Radiotelephone Operator License or Society of Broadcast Engineers (SBE) certification preferred.

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operators license, valid in the State of Maryland.

Transmitter Maintenance Engineer must maintain 24/7 on-call availability status and may be required to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays. Work may occur outdoors in unfavorable weather conditions. Applicant should be able to lift equipment up to, but no more than, 50 lbs. Applicant must be able to climb ladders to work on transmission line, lighting, building rooftop equipment, and to install equipment in 7‑foot racks.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: MD TTY Relay Service