Broadcast Engineer

KTTC-TV in Rochester, MN is seeking a Broadcast Engineer.

Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households. 

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business. 

About KTTC:

Based in Rochester, Minnesota, KTTC (NBC 10) is the market-leading, award-winning, NBC-affiliated, local television station serving southeast Minnesota and northeast Iowa in the Nielsen designated Rochester-Austin-Mason City television market. KTTC also operates the market’s FOX affiliate, KXLT-TV FOX 47 (owned by SagamoreHill Broadcasting), through a shared services agreement.

Living, working and playing in Rochester, Minnesota (live-kttc.pantheonsite.io)

Job Summary/Description:

KTTC is looking for a broadcast engineer to join our engineering team. This position is responsible for maintenance of building and systems at the station as well as our transmitter locations. Successful candidate will help in implementing new systems, assisting in engineering and station projects, and will be given opportunities to learn and grow from an experienced engineering team. Successful candidate will report directly to KTTC Director of Technology.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Performs regular maintenance tasks to building and systems including repairs, equipment replacement, supplies, etc.
• Solve Help Desk problems promptly.
• Assist computer users through phone, email, or in-person.
• Install and configure computer hardware, operating systems, and applications within the company
• Help maintain on-air signal
• Works on assigned projects for the engineering department and station
• Assist multiple departments in their day-to-day operations
• On-call at least one weekend a month

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must be able to insert and remove control room rack equipment weighing 25-50 pounds with the help of another employee
• Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds
• Must be able to climb ladders in order to assist in projects requiring pulling cable through the ceiling
• Work Schedule is Monday through Friday, but can vary depending on projects happening and on-call weekends
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record is required

Interested applicants can, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", we encourage you to upload your resume, cover letter, and references.

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

KTTC-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior to or by the first workday. 

Qualifications

Experience

Preferred

2-3 years: professional or broadcast experience.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Drivers License

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