Broadcast Engineer

Charlotte- based Tegna Service Center has an opening for a Broadcast Engineer . This hourly position is responsible for integration, maintenance, operation, and support of broadcast equipment and reports to the Head of Technology and Operations. Responsibilities: Good verbal and written communications skills. Ability to think on their feet, work well with others and be a self-starter. A team player focused on quality customer service for internal/external customers. Support day-to-day operations of broadcast systems in a primary hub environment that supports the air paths and OTT of all Tegna stations across the US. Create and maintain wiring documentation and system configuration documentation. Maintain knowledge and stay current on technological advances including television broadcasting and associated broadcast equipment. Willing to train, if required, on IT and broadcast system operation and maintenance to service all aspects of the television hub environment. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, work on elevated surfaces, pull and install wiring, use hand and power tools, work on small components and perform other physical tasks. Other duties as assigned. Requirements: Associate Degree in Electronics, Communications or equivalent combination of education and work-related experience preferred. Minimum three years' broadcast maintenance experience in a television broadcasting environment or hub. In-depth knowledge of broadcast technologies including broadcast distribution, signal processing, routing systems, video servers, media workflows, automation and control. Ability to work well and make solid decisions under pressure. Must be able to work a flexible schedule in support of a 24x7x365 operation. Benefits: TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of employees and their families. This includes medical plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas for full and part-time employees, dental and eye care coverage, fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance, disability and life insurance. 401(k) program with matching contributions up to 4%. All employees receive nine free virtual doctor's appointments and 12 free annual therapy sessions. Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit and nine paid holidays per year. * Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union. EEO Statement TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr