Under general supervision, you'll be at the forefront of installing and maintaining cutting-edge broadcast technical equipment. You'll play a crucial role in shaping the future by making insightful recommendations for new equipment installations, innovative modifications, and addressing all technical requirements. Occasionally, you'll step into the dynamic world of operational engineering, ensuring seamless broadcast operations. This is a vibrant and varied role, where every day brings new challenges and exciting opportunities to keep our broadcast systems at their peak performance. Join us and be a key player in the ever-evolving world of broadcast technology!

This classification is responsible for repairing, installing, or maintaining broadcast equipment systems. While some positions may serve as back up to operating engineers, they would not be assigned operations work the preponderance of time. Positions responsible for the operation of Advanced Television Standards Committee (ATSC/digital) television, FM, and High Definition radio transmitting equipment are classified to the Educational Telecommunications Engineer II class. ​

• Perform tests on components and/or systems to confirm specified performance.
• Assist in the training of operating engineers and technicians.
• Prepare appropriate engineering reports.
• Fill in on an emergency basis for operating engineers.
• Advise supervisor of operational status of equipment for which responsible.
• Provide input into evaluations of new technological advances and equipment. 

Minimum Qualifications: At least three years of experience in broadcasting electronics – television, radio, or cable operations; graduation from a recognized vocational technical school in electronics may be substituted for one year of experience.

Other:  May be required to travel to remote broadcast sites. Specific positions in this class may require an employee to possess a valid driver’s license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation in order to perform work-related travel.