NewsNation is a national news cable network currently reaching 75 million television households across the United States. The network is owned and operated by Nexstar Media Group (NXST).
NewsNation has an immediate opening for a Broadcast Maintenance Engineer for our Washington DC studios. The successful candidate will assist in construction and maintenance of state-of-the-art broadcast systems supporting our national news operation.
Desired Experience and Skills
- Five (5) years' experience as an engineer in a broadcast facility
- A two-year degree in a technical profession desired
- Knowledge of current television broadcast systems including ENPS newsroom, Bitcentral, studio cameras, wired and wireless audio gear, satellite transmission and reception, LED videowalls/processors experience a plus.
- Expert troubleshooting skills and ability to understand system drawings (AutoCAD experience a plus)
- Working knowledge of common television test equipment including signal generators/analyzers, scopes, etc.
- Proficiency and experience performing cable installations, soldering, crimping cable connectors, including cable documentation, labeling, post-installation commissioning and testing processes, etc.
- Strong IT skills including IP networking concepts and equipment, storage systems, redundant computer system concepts, administration, etc.
- Ability to respond to trouble calls in a 24×7 environment (including nights, weekends, holidays as needed)
- Attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent verbal, written and people skills
- Experience in large systems integration/installation a plus
- Ability to lift 50 lbs
- Knowledge of common business software applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook) a plus
- Legal right to work in the US - Visa sponsorship will not be provided.
This position will require shift work which may include nights, weekends, and holidays, along with overtime as situations and breaking news demand.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. We value the contribution of our employees and recognize their efforts by offering a competitive compensation plan $52-$57 hourly. Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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What We Do
Nexstar Media Group is the largest TV station operator in the country. With the reach of 171 full power television stations in 100 markets addressing nearly 38.9% of US television households, and a diversified, growing digital media operation, Nexstar Media Group offers superior audience engagement across all media devices and local broadcast television’s unrivalled influence on consumers’ purchasing and political decisions.
In 20 years, Nexstar has grown from a single station to the nation’s largest television company. This growth is fueled by an organization-wide commitment to delivering exceptional service to our communities and outstanding results for our advertisers.
From the very beginning, Nexstar has cultivated an organization-wide commitment to providing superior, unique local content that is relevant to each of the communities it serves, while offering local businesses, advertisers and brands the ability to engage and connect with local communities.
