Broadcast Engineer

Univision Communications

  • Houston, TX
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
TelevisaUnivision Local Media Houston has an opportunity for a Broadcast Engineer. This position participates in the installation, maintenance and repair of TV and Radio studio/transmitter equipment to maintain competitive signals in the market while complying with all FCC technical requirements. Responsibilities include maintaining telecommunications, computers, networking systems and integrating platforms for online content.ABOUT YOU:You are a motivated, enthusiastic self-starter who can work effectively in a team as well as independent.YOUR DAY-DAY:
  • Supports Director of Technology with supervision of engineering staff members as needed.
  • Maintains station operation through preventive and corrective maintenance.
  • Establishes and follows routine maintenance procedures and schedules for all broadcast equipment.
  • Works with Radio programming, TV news and Operations department to maintain broadcast equipment as needed.
  • Ensures station compliance with rules and regulations applicable to FCC, local, state, and federal, laws.
  • Performs necessary measurements of equipment performance.
  • Installs and performs maintenance on control consoles, audio routers, recording equipment, microphones, digital audio systems, transmitters, antennas, control systems, remote equipment, etc. Provides maintenance/support of computer networks and related systems.
YOU HAVE:
  • Basic knowledge of applicable FCC rules and regulations
  • Television automation experience
  • Working knowledge of computer networking technology.
  • Ability to troubleshoot broadcast equipment to the component level.
  • Knowledge of high-power FM and TV transmitting facilities.
  • Familiarity with RCS-Zetta and Avid software/hardware products a plus.
  • Knowledge of generators and UPS systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret design documentation, including elevations, connection drawings and schematics.
  • Associate Degree in Electronics, Communications, or equivalent combination of education, Military training in electronics/communications technology and work-related experience.
  • Minimum 3 years Broadcast experience with TV/Radio Studio and transmission facilities.
  • SBE Certification preferred.
  • Valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record required.
  • Ability to lift or move up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to climb ladders and working on elevated surfaces (e.g. rooftops).
  • Manual dexterity for soldering, use of hand tools and working on small components.
  • Ability to be on-call to respond to studio and transmission systems failures at remote transmitting locations.
  • Must be willing to work from office in Houston, TX
  • Must be willing to work a rotating shift schedule.
  • Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States
OUR BENEFITS:TelevisaUnivision believes that a happy, well-balanced employee is what makes our culture thrive. We offer a wide selection of perks and benefits including PTO; tuition reimbursement; wellness and employee support programs; 401K; and life and other insurance plans. This is all in addition to our comprehensive and competitive health benefits package featuring medical, dental and vision coverage options.#LI-onsiteTelevisaUnivision is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics protected by law.

Univision Communications