Maintenance Engineer

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations FOX Television Stations (FTS) owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations, including stations in 14 of the top 15 markets and duopolies in 11. Eighteen are FOX Network affiliates, and together the stations produce approximately 1,300 hours of local news every week. FOX LOCAL, the company's free ad-supported digital and streaming product, extends that news, weather and local content across connected TV & mobile devices.

LiveNOW from FOX expands the FTS portfolio even further as the only national streaming services to be truly live 24/7, covering breaking news and events as they happen.

FOX Television Stations (FTS) owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations, including stations in 14 of the top 15 markets and duopolies in 11. Eighteen are FOX Network affiliates, and together the stations produce approximately 1,300 hours of local news every week. FOX LOCAL, the company's free ad-supported digital and streaming product, extends that news, weather and local content across connected TV & mobile devices.

LiveNOW from FOX expands the FTS portfolio even further as the only national streaming services to be truly live 24/7, covering breaking news and events as they happen.

Broadcast Maintenance Engineer

• System Integration:
  Collaborate with the engineering team to design, install, test, and document new hardware and software systems.
• Technical Support:
  Provide rapid troubleshooting and repairs to minimize airtime interruptions for live and production events.
• Network Security:
  Manage and maintain data networks while strictly adhering to Information Security policies.
• Operational Training:
  Act as a technical resource, providing guidance and training to operational staff on daily workflows and equipment use.
• Preventative Maintenance:
  Conduct routine software/hardware updates and system checks to uphold high engineering standards.
• Cross-Departmental
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Deliver exceptional internal customer service to ensure all departments have the tools they need to succeed.

• Is a self-starter who can work independently but excels in a team setting.
• Possesses a working knowledge of broadcast and network systems (RF workflow experience is a major plus).
• Is a proactive thinker who anticipates operational needs before they become issues.
• Is highly organized, detail-oriented, and an effective communicator under pressure.

• Experience:
  
  Prior background in television/radio broadcast engineering or a related technical field is preferred.
• Equipment Utilized:
  Ross Over Drive and camera robotics, Tri Caster, Chyron, Sony ENG and PTZ cameras, Gates Air transmitters, Dante audio, NDI, SMPTE 2110.
• Problem Solving:
  Proven ability to resolve complex technical glitches during long shifts.
• Physical Ability:
  Must be comfortable climbing ladders (up to 20 feet), lifting up to 40 pounds, and working in confined spaces.
• Scheduling:
  Flexibility is key – this role requires the ability to work night shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed to support a 24-hour Broadcast Station.
• IT or Electronics certificate and/or AS Degree.

This position is represented by the IBEW.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pay: $ per hour.

• Medical/dental/vision.
• Insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time…