The Maintenance Engineer participates in managing and maintaining all broadcast and technology related equipment within the facility.

Responsibilities:

• Work in a deadline-oriented environment and handle multiple, simultaneous projects

• Work alone or with fellow employees implementing new equipment and systems

• Daily troubleshooting and user support of KTLA’s air, production and news gathering operation

• Install and maintain computers to specifications as directed

• Attend to local users in both traditional office environment and real-time broadcast news environment. Be able to troubleshoot Windows and Mac OS workstations

• Troubleshoot problems in IT-based broadcast production and commercial playback automation systems. Work with system logs and work with vendors, software developers, corporate engineering, and end users to find and fix problems

  Requirements:

• Must be versatile and have the ability to adapt to the diverse and changing hardware and software systems utilized at KTLA

• BS degree or equivalent certification in technical discipline, i.e., electrical, mechanical engineering or equivalent work experience. At least 3 years’ job experience as a Maintenance Engineer.

• Knowledge of TCP/IP networking

• Knowledge of basic electronics, the electronic theory present in television broadcast equipment, and good troubleshooting skills

• Ability to efficiently complete assignments, independently determine and set priorities

• Have knowledge of: production and production automation system, switchers, audio boards, servers, studio cameras and robotics; master control automation systems; news gathering, microwave, satellite, and IP transmission/reception, field cameras, and NLE

• To install, test, and launch new gear and network equipment. Run, terminate network, video, audio, RF, and control cable as necessary. Update and correct drawings as necessary

• Maintain and repair station equipment as directed. To efficiently analyze, troubleshoot, and correct malfunctioning equipment and systems. Utilize test equipment, schematic diagrams, and station drawings.

• Update Management and fellow employees on progress/status of projects and any operational issues encountered.

• Must have computer, server, and network knowledge as it applies to broadcast operations

• Ability to effectively listen and communicate with operators, directors, producers, and other KTLA staff

• Ability to work with a wide range of personalities in a creative and technical environment and to consistently work well with others.

• Ability to stand for long periods (greater than 1 hour) and to frequently lift weights up to 50 lbs

  Compensation - $55.81/hr+ commensurate with experience and skill level

  KTLA will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

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  Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

  EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.