Maintenance Engineer - KIRO TV Job at Cox Media Group, Seattle, WA

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  • Cox Media Group
  • Seattle, WA

Job Description

Location: WA-Seattle

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer - KIRO TV

 

Position Overview

The KIRO-TV Maintenance Technician candidate will be involved in the installation, troubleshooting and support of the infrastructure and systems within the broadcast facility. This role will also supplement Master Control operations. The candidate must have a passion for broadcast engineering/IT and be comfortable with current media technologies, concepts and emerging trends (i.e. Software-centric Broadcast technology, Streaming, OTT, Cloud Computing, etc.).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Installation, configuration and maintenance of critical on-air video, audio, signal processing and transmission systems.
  • Troubleshoot and repair a variety of TV broadcast and production equipment
  • Provide operational support for end-users; respond to help desk tickets and calls
  • Interface with third party vendors and support technicians
  • Lead, execute, and complete projects as directed by management
  • Cable installation and termination
  • Part time and fill-in Master Control operations
  • All other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

  • Have a minimum of 2 years of experience in broadcasting or technically adjacent field.
  • Possess strong engineering, IT/networking, and troubleshooting skills.
  • Able to reimage or build up servers and desktop computers at the OS level.
  • Experience with RF equipment such as broadcast transmitters and microwave equipment.
  • Demonstrate excellence in documentation and system drawing.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
  • Self-starter and able to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment, working both independently and as a part of a team.
  • Project oriented, organized and able to list previously executed projects from concept to completion.
  • Demonstrate the ability to pivot and manage changing priorities and tight deadlines.
  • Be willing to expand knowledge of emerging broadcast industry concepts/technologies.
  • Valid driver's license and clean driving record
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

 

KIRO-TV is a 24/7 operation, and the candidate may be required to work non-traditional shifts, weekends/holidays, and be willing to be on call and/or work extra hours as needed. Candidate should be able to lift and carry equipment as necessary. This is a position under an IBEW collective bargaining agreement.

Preferred Qualifications

  • A degree or certifications in a technical related field, and/or equivalent experience
  • AutoCAD and Visio software
  • Avid & iNews, Imagine, Evertz, RTS, Ignite
  • Remote access systems (LogMeIn, TeamViewer, VNC, etc.)
  • Automated Production Control software
  • Broadcast Automation Systems and related equipment
  • Newsroom NRCS/MAM Systems
  • Adobe Creative Software Products

 

The wage scale for this position is $32.10 per hour to $40.08 per hour.  

 

Benefits for Full-Time roles include:  

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance available to the employee and employee’s family (i.e. child, spouse, domestic partner).  

  • Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare and dependent care) and Health Savings Accounts  

  • Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance (supplemental and accidental, death, and dismemberment) 

  • Participation in CMG’s 401(k) plan with generous company match and both pre-tax and Roth options  

  • Full-time hourly employees are eligible to earn up to 176 hours of PTO inclusive of paid sick and safe time under applicable law

  • Part-time employees will receive one hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked

  • Up to eight (8) paid holidays & two (2) floating holidays throughout calendar year 2026

  • Up to two (2) weeks of paid parental leave  

  • Employee Assistance Program  

  • All other benefits required by applicable law  

 

About Cox Media Group 
CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit 

Req #: 2099 #LI-Onsite

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Local area, Remote work, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work

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