It Engineer Jobs

WJLA has an excellent career opportunity for a full-time IT Engineer to support the Engineering Department on its daily computer and network operations. This position involves maintaining computers and servers related to television transmission and video automation systems, as well as business-side work stations. The candidate will be directly responsible for hands-on support of modern broadcast and IT equipment.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with LAN and WAN related hardware and software maintenance
• Provide support for the technical needs of the News Department
• Assist Engineering with Transmitter and Master Control maintenance
• Apply regular security updates
• Assist with video equipment set-up and maintenance
• Provide support in the management of Servers, Network Security and Network Services
• PC/Mac hardware/software support of on-site installing, servicing and repairing workstations
• Develop knowledge of facility specific IT needs and assist in supporting these systems
• Perform physical inventory of equipment
• Maintain digital telephone system

Requirements:

• Proficiency in troubleshooting problems and responding quickly under pressure
• Familiarity with Avid related software and hardware products a plus
• Associates degree or higher in IT, electronics or computer related field
• Knowledge and competency in core hardware and computer system technologies, including installation, configuration, diagnosing, preventive maintenance and LAN/WAN networking
• A great team-oriented attitude and dedication to quality
• Excellent communication skills
• 2 - 4 years of related broadcast experience
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft, Mac and Linux operating systems

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule
• On-call duty, including weekends and holidays
• Ability to lift computers and equipment generally less than 50 pounds

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