Broadcast Engineer

KTEN, the NBC, ABC, and CW affiliates in the Sherman–Ada DMA, is seeking a Broadcast Engineer to support the maintenance, operation, and installation of technical broadcast systems at our studio and transmission facilities.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, technically proficient, and capable of working independently as well as part of our engineering team.

This position reports to the Chief Engineer and supports day-to-day technical operations across all KTEN facilities.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Perform routine and corrective maintenance on studio, transmission, and broadcast support equipment.
• Assist with installation, configuration, and testing of broadcast and IT-related systems.
• Support operation and maintenance of RF transmission systems, including transmitters, antennas, microwave links, and associated equipment.
• Monitor broadcast signals and respond to technical issues affecting on-air operations.
• Troubleshoot audio, video, RF, networking, and computer-related technical problems.
• Support maintenance of HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems related to broadcast facilities.
• Maintain technical documentation, schematics, and equipment records.
• Assist with coordination of outside contractors and vendors as needed.
• Support other departments’ technical needs to ensure station operations and goals are met.
• Assist viewers with over-the-air or cable/satellite/streaming reception issues as needed.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to after-hours or emergency technical issues.

• Working knowledge of broadcast television systems and FCC regulations.
• Experience maintaining or supporting broadcast RF transmission systems preferred.
• Prior experience in broadcast operations (Master Control, Engineering, or Technical Operations) preferred.
• Two-year trade school, technical school, associate degree, or equivalent experience in electronics, broadcast engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Ability to safely work with high AC, DC, and RF voltages.
• General knowledge of mechanical systems, including HVAC and electrical infrastructure.
• Working knowledge of IT systems, computer networking, and IP-based broadcast technologies.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues methodically and under time constraints.
• Strong communication skills and ability to document technical work clearly.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs.

• Full-time position.
• Some nights, weekends, and holidays required.
• On-call availability required.

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Lockwood Broadcast Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.