Job Summary:

WCNC-TV is looking for a Broadcast Engineer for a TEGNA NBC affiliate in Charlotte, NC. This individual will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing TV/Digital production, transmission, and broadcast systems equipment.

Responsibilities include:

• Support day to day operations of our television station including all daily news operations, equipment, and computer-based IT systems.

• Maintain and/or repair satellite receivers, cameras, switchers, graphic systems, audio equipment, routers, automation, editing systems, intercoms, monitors, display systems, as well as traditional desktop and file/print services.

• Provide technical support to operational users.

• Troubleshoot and repair computer hardware, software, and peripherals including network servers, storage, network operating systems, PCs and software applications, LAN cabling, system security, and virus protection.

• Consult and communicate with engineering management and other engineers on technical issues as required.

• Create and maintain wiring documentation, and system configuration documentation.

• Perform all technical work to engineering standards and practices.

• Maintain knowledge staying current on technological advances including computer software and hardware, media and entertainment technologies, television broadcasting, and studio production.

• Knowledge of IT and Broadcast systems operation, maintenance and services as needed to assist in supporting these systems.

• Provide light building maintenance and perform other duties as assigned.

• Maintain, support and upgrade broadcast and IT environments throughout the station including the news department, sales and traffic departments, and/or television broadcast studio.

• Maintenance and support of Gates Air Transmitter.

• Must possess strong multitasking skills.

Requirements:

Qualifications Include:

• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain television broadcast equipment.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills (ability to clearly communicate the status of problems, provide updates to progress on projects, and offer solutions to technical issues).

• Associate degree (AA) in electronics, related field or work experience in lieu of degree.

• Knowledge of television transmitters preferred.

• Ability to install and maintain computer systems and network equipment.

• Self-starter, able to work efficiently without direct supervision.

• Must possess strong personal interaction skills, good communication skills, ability to work under pressure and deadlines, and ability to prioritize multiple projects.

• Available to work various hours and days including weekends, overnights, and holidays, as needed.