Broadcast Engineer

WXLV/WMYV
- Winston Salem/Greensboro,NC Hasanexcellentopportunityfora Full Time Broadcast Engineer . This role plays animperative roleasthe go-between resource for the engineering team,leadership, and the location'spersonnel. We need a dynamic individual to helpgrow theimpact of our engineering team!

This position involvesmaintainingcomputersandserversrelatedtotelevisiontransmission andvideoautomationsystems,aswellasbusiness-sideworkstations.

The candidatewillalsobedirectlyresponsibleforhands-onsupportofallbroadcast equipment.

• Maintain and repair station all broadcast and supporting equipment as needed Provide support in the management of Servers, Network Security and Network Services
• Assist with transmitter maintenance
• Provide PC/Machardware/software support on-site installing, servicing, updating, and repairing workstations
• Address maintenance and repair requests as required.
• Respond to issues regarding facilities maintenance to include but not limited to HVAC, plumbing, grounds, etc.
• The possibility of unexpected and/or late-night calls for engineering-emergencies at the station
• Act as subject matter expert and point of contact for all things as it relates to equipment and technology at the location, as well as stay up-to-date on the new industry standards
• Provide additional support and resource subject matter expertise in the absence of the Chief Engineer to all staff (including leadership and location personnel, and the on-site Engineering team)
• Implement, install & maintain engineering systems and provide end-user support across all departments

• Associates degree or higher in IT, electronics or computer related field
• 2-4 years of related broadcast experience
• A great team-oriented attitude and dedication to quality
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft, Mac and Linux operating systems
• Knowledge and competency in core hardware and computer system technologies, including installation, configuration, diagnosing, preventive maintenance and LAN/WAN networking
• Proficiency in troubleshooting problems and responding quickly under pressure
• Excellent communication skills
• Previous experience as a Master Control Operator is preferred but not required.
• Valid & unencumbered driver's license

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule
• On-call duty, including weekends and holidays
• Ability to lift computers and equipment generally less than 50 pounds
• To work at the TV station regularly
• Daily opportunities to learn the art of how to (re) prioritize
• The station's obstacles and challenges are your challenges
• Provide transmitter support
• Replace and adjust defective and/or improperly functioning equipment
• Networking/Wiring

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.