Description
WTSP, the CBS affiliate in Tampa, FL, has an opening for a Broadcast Engineer. This position is responsible for integration, maintenance, operation, and support of broadcast equipment and reports to the Head of Technology and Operations.
Responsibilities:
- Provide good verbal and written communications skills.
- Be able to think on your feet, work well with others, and be a self-starter, focusing on quality customer service for internal and external customers.
- Support day-to-day operations of broadcast systems.
- Create and maintain wiring documentation and system configuration documentation.
- Stay current with technological advances in television broadcasting, studio production, and associated broadcast equipment.
- Be willing to train on IT and broadcast system operation and maintenance to service all aspects of the television environment.
- 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.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Associate degree in Electronics, Communications, or equivalent combination of education and work-related experience preferred.
- Minimum three years' experience in a television broadcasting environment.
- Familiarity with Bitcentral-related hardware/software and Sony ELC a plus.
- In-depth knowledge of broadcast technologies, including transmitters, antennas, broadcast switchers, router systems, ENG and DSNG transmissions, field cameras, signal path workflows, and automation.
- 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, including two medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, dental and eye care coverage, fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance, disability and life insurance. The 401(k) program allows contributions of 1%-80% of pay on a pre-tax basis, with a 100% match from the company up to the first 4% of pay. All employees receive nine free virtual doctor's appointments with a physician through Teladoc and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health. TEGNA also offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit and nine paid holidays per year.