Hearst

Global media and information services conglomerate

TV/Multimedia Engineering Technician

Equipment Field ServiceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timePittsburgh, PA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to plan and execute equipment installation, research and design, and detailed work documentation.
Knowledge of desktop and server operating systems.
Networking support experience with various local-area and wide-area network devices and systems.
In-depth knowledge of video production and television systems.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with team members.
Flexibility to work assigned shifts and days off.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to sit or stand for long periods.
Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds; climb ladders; and work on rooftops and in confined spaces.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to remote transmitter and microwave sites.
Equivalent related work experience in a television, video, or information technology environment will be considered.
SBE, SMPTE, or IT certification is a plus.
Equivalent military training from the Defense Information School (DINFOS) will be considered.

Responsibilities

Maintain station equipment and systems from acquisition through distribution, providing technical and information technology support for station efforts.
Maintain and support news-gathering equipment, including electronic news-gathering cameras, field gear, ENG, DSNG, and CNG vehicles, editing systems, and support devices.
Support information technology systems and associated hardware and software, including infrastructure and end-user support.
Maintain and support production equipment, including robotic camera systems, automated production systems, playout servers, graphics devices, lighting systems, weather systems, audio and intercom systems, and other production equipment.
Maintain and support transmitter sites, microwave central receive sites, satellite antenna systems, signal distribution and routing systems, processing systems, monitoring devices, and on-air automation systems.

Desired Qualifications

SBE, SMPTE, or IT certification is a plus.

WTAE-TV, the Hearst-owned ABC affiliate in Pittsburgh, PA has an opening for a full-time TV/Multimedia Engineering Technician. You will maintain the station’s equipment and systems from acquisition to distribution. This position provides technical and IT support for all station efforts. You will report to the Assistant Chief Engineer.

Job Responsibilities

News-gathering equipment including ENG cameras, field gear, ENG, DSNG, and CNG vehicles, editing systems, and support devices
IT systems and associated hardware and software. This includes infrastructure and end user support
Production equipment including robotic camera systems, automated production systems, play out servers, graphics devices, lighting systems, weather systems, audio/intercom, and other gear used in production
Transmitter sites, microwave central receive sites, satellite antenna systems, signal distribution and routing systems, processing systems, monitoring devices, and on-air automation systems

Qualifications Requirements:

Excellent troubleshooting skills, able to plan and execute equipment installation, research/design, and detailed documentation of work
Knowledge of desktop and server operating systems
Networking support of various LAN/WAN devices and systems
In depth knowledge of video production/television systems
Must be able to work independently, as well as collaboratively with other team members
Must possess a positive attitude and driven by successful problem solving
Flexible to various work shifts and days off as assigned
Capable of following instructions, verbal and written
Able to sit or stand for long periods of time
Able to lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, work on rooftops and in confined spaces
Valid driver’s license; position requires travel to remote transmitter and microwave sites
Equivalent related work experience in a Television/Video/IT environment will be considered
SBE/SMPTE/IT Certification is a plus.
Equivalent military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) will be considered

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That is why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to 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

About the Company

Hearst

Global media and information services conglomerate

Hearst is a global, diversified media, information, and services group with magazines, newspapers, TV and radio stations, and business information brands. It earns revenue from advertising, subscriptions, and the sale of information services across its media brands, including Fitch Ratings. Its products span consumer magazines (Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire, Men's Health), TV and radio broadcasting, and data services for automotive, medical, and financial industries. Its goal is to be a leading worldwide provider of trusted media content and data-driven information services for individuals and large businesses.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: New York City, New York
Founded: 1887

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