Engineering Technician

WCHS has an excellent opportunity for an Engineering Technician. This position involves maintaining broadcasting equipment from transmitters to computers and servers all related to television transmission, media aggregation, automation systems, as well as business-side workstations. The candidate will also be directly responsible for hands-on support of all broadcast equipment.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain and repair the station and all broadcast and supporting equipment as needed.


• Provide support in the management of equipment in multiple facilities.


• Assist with transmitter and microwave maintenance as necessary.


• Provide digital I/O support including installing, servicing, updating, and repairing of associated equipment as necessary.


• Address signal transmission maintenance and repair requests as required.


• Respond to issues regarding facilities maintenance to include but not limited to HVAC, electrical, plumbing, grounds, etc.  


• The possibility of unexpected and/or late-night calls for engineering emergencies.


• Act as the subject matter expert and point of contact for all things as it relates to equipment and technology, as well as stay up to date on the new industry standards.


• Implement, install & maintain engineering systems and provide end-user support across all departments and logging as required.

Requirements:

• Associates degree or higher in IT, electronics or computer related field or equivalent work experience.


• 2 - 4 years of related broadcast experience recommended.


• A great team-oriented attitude and dedication to quality and performance.


• Strong familiarity with Microsoft 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 and documentation skills are a must.


• Valid & unencumbered driver’s license to operate station vehicles.


• Satellite uplink operation skills a plus.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule


• On-call duty, including weekends and holidays 


• Ability to lift equipment generally less than 50 pounds


• Daily opportunities to learn the art of how-to (re)prioritize


• The station’s obstacles and challenges are your challenges


• Replace or adjust defective and/or improperly functioning equipment


• Networking / Wiring


• Capable of working at elevated heights and with ladders


• Must be comfortable working indoors and outdoors

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.