Broadcast Engineer

WQAD News 8 in Moline, IL is searching for a Broadcast Engineer/IT Technician with great people and communication skills, a strong work ethic, good troubleshooting skills, a good understanding of computers, and a passion for learning new things. You will be responsible for installing and maintaining TV broadcast systems and troubleshooting computer issues. If you love tinkering with and troubleshooting a wide array of technology, then this is the job for you. We will provide training on specific television systems, but you need to have a strong understanding of computers and an innate ability to troubleshoot. This role is a full-time, hourly position, with benefits.

Responsibilities:

• Support day to day operations of WQAD-TV including all daily news operations, equipment, and computer-based IT systems.

• Install, maintain and/or repair cameras, switchers, graphic systems, audio equipment, routers, automation/editing systems, intercoms, computer-based systems.

• Maintain, upgrade, and support broadcast and IT environments throughout the station including the sales department, news department, television production and broadcast studios.

• Consult and communicate with engineering management and other engineers on technical issues as required.

• Perform all technical work to engineering standards and practices.

• Provide PC/Mac hardware/software support, on-site installation, servicing, and repair of computer workstations.

• Provide light facilities maintenance.

• Assist with LAN and WAN related hardware and software maintenance.

• Develop knowledge of facility specific IT needs and assist in supporting these systems.

• Other duties as directed.

Requirements:

• 1-3 years TV broadcasting experience is a plus.

• Degree in electronics, IT, Radio/TV/Film, or other technology field preferred, but work experience in a technology field is also acceptable.

• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain television broadcast equipment, computer systems and networking equipment.

• WQAD is a 24/7 broadcast environment, so applicants must be flexible to accommodate shift changes including extended hours, weekends, and evenings if necessary.

• Self-starter, able to work efficiently without direct supervision.

• Must possess strong personal interaction skills, good communication skills, ability to work under pressure and deadlines, and ability to prioritize multiple projects.

• Ability to lift 50 lbs., climb ladders and work on elevated surfaces, pull and install wiring, use hand and power tools, work on small components, and perform other physical tasks.

Benefits:

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.

Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA's 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.

Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees receive nine free virtual doctor's appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician for themselves and each of their family members through Spring Health.

TEGNA's Paid Time Off (PTO) program begins with 15 days of PTO for full-time employees, and nine paid holidays.

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA's OTT advertising service. For more information, visit www.TEGNA.com.

EEO statement:

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email askhr@tegna.com

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