Broadcast Engineer

WXLV/WMYV
- Winston Salem/Greensboro, NC

• 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/Mac hardware/software support of 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.
• Handle unexpected and/or late-night calls for engineering emergencies at the station.
• Act as the subject matter expert and point of contact for all equipment and technology at the location, staying up-to-date on new industry standards.
• Provide additional support and subject matter expertise in the absence of the Chief Engineer to all staff (including leadership, location personnel, and the onsite engineering team).
• Implement, install, and maintain engineering systems and provide end‑user support across all departments.

• Associate's 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 and 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity – 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.