Broadcast Maintenance Technician

KOAT-TV, the ABC affiliate in Albuquerque, NM has an opening for an experienced broadcast Maintenance Technician. The Maintenance Technician position is a great opportunity for an entry-level candidate or veteran to foster career growth through a combination of training, mentoring, and hands-on experience. You will work with the engineering team to maintain, repair, and upgrade equipment covering all aspects of our operation from IT Systems to cameras and transmitters. You will report to the Director of Engineering.

Responsibilities

Support station IT operations under the direction of the IT manager, Assistant Chief Engineer, and Director of Engineering Maintain LAN/IT Infrastructure, installation, and support of network hardware and software Work with engineering and IT management and staff to support important on-air systems and workflows including news, production, and broadcast systems and equipment Provide user support in Windows workstation environment for custom and standard software applications Assist users with installing and using new software features and apply updated services and implementing OS upgrades Conduct troubleshooting, installation, research, documentation, and cabling tasks

Requirements

Basic knowledge of electronics and component repair Knowledge of computer, computer systems and basic IP networking Experience maintaining and troubleshooting equipment Skills with video production, microwave systems, and IT infrastructure Lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs.; climb ladders, work on rooftops and in confined spaces Work flexible hours and shifts, including holidays and weekends Autocad/Visio proficiency for system design and layout preferred Background in transmission and satellite communications is a preferred Higher education in technology, SBE or related military experience will be considered In-person attendance is required

Diversity Statement

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

Medical | Dental | Vision 401(k) matching Emotional Wellness Support Paid Time Off Paid Parental Leave LGBTQ+ Health Services Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs