Broadcast IT Engineer
Nexstar
- Grand Rapids, MI
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Maintains all broadcast technology and equipment for the station.
- Installs and tests new systems and technical infrastructure for the station.
- Minimizes service interruptions at times of equipment and/or system failure by rapidly identifying and implementing solutions.
- Sets up and operates equipment and transmission links during outside broadcasts.
- Assist News Dept with support for systems such as BitCentral, ENPS, Ross Xpression.
- Perform diagnostics and repair of computer systems. Hardware repair or software installs.
- Operate or assist with transmission of bonded cellular, satellite or RF microwave truck.
- Have a basic understanding of technical drawings and documents.
- Ability to interface with outside vendors for repairs or upgrades on systems.
- Installs and maintains the IT network, switches, data backups, workstations, and printers.
- Interprets and implements instructions and requests from other station personnel.
- Communicates with members of the engineering team and other teams to effectively resolve equipment and system issues.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
- Fluency in English.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Minimum three years’ experience with digital electronics systems in a television broadcasting environment.
- Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
- Strong PC/MS office experience.
- Experience with fiber connectivity, video production systems, A/V routing and patching, audio equipment-DANTE knowledge is a plus, graphics systems and editing systems.
- Experience with troubleshooting IP/Ethernet data networks.
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.