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Part-Time Maintenance Technician

Hearst

Posted on: 23 Mar 2024

Job Location: Needham Heights, US

Job Description:

Job Description

WCVB-TV, Boston's News Leader, and the Hearst Television owned ABC affiliate serving greater Boston from Needham, Massachusetts, is seeking a part-time broadcast Maintenance Technician.

The Part Time Maintenance Technician position is a great opportunity for an entry level candidate or recently separated military veteran to foster career growth through a combination of training, mentoring and hands-on experience. You will work with a seasoned 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 Assistant Director of Engineering.

Responsibilities

With orientation and training, provide timely and effective first-line support and response to users of WCVB's broadcast and information technology.
Support station production, broadcast and IT operations under the direction of the IT Manager, Assistant Director of Engineering and Director of Engineering.
Provide shift coverage for regular full-time staff as needed and participate in technology installation and maintenance projects as needed.
Work with engineering and IT management and staff to maintain LAN/IT Infrastructure, installation and support of network hardware and software.
Provide end user support in Windows workstation environment for custom and standard software applications.
Assist users with installation and use of new software features, apply updated services and implement OS upgrades and needed.
Conduct troubleshooting, component repair, installation, research, documentation and cabling tasks.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of audio, HDSDI video, tally and control protocols
Basic knowledge of electronics and component repair
Knowledge of computer, computer systems and basic IP networking
Experience maintaining and troubleshooting broadcast equipment
Skills with video production, microwave systems, and IT infrastructure
Lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs., and work in all weather conditions.
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 microwave transmission and satellite communications preferred
Higher education in technology, SBE certification or related military experience will be considered
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement under Local 1228 IBEW.

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.

About Us

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

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