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Nexstar Media Group Maintenance Engineer in Jackson, Mississippi
The Maintenance Engineer participates in managing and maintaining all broadcast and technology related equipment within the facility.
Job Responsibilities
Gather equipment including ENG cameras, field gear, ENG, and SNG trucks, editing systems, and support devices
IT systems and associated hardware and software; This includes infrastructure and end user support
Production equipment including robotic cameras, computer automated production switcher, play out servers, graphics devices, lighting systems, weather systems, audio consoles, and other gear used in production
VHF & UHF Solid State Transmitter sites, microwave central receive sites, satellite antenna systems, signal distribution and routing systems, processing systems, monitoring devices, and automation systems
In person attendance required
Qualifications Requirements:
2+ years of experience working as a Maintenance Technician at a commercial television station or in a position of troubleshooting a wide variety of specialized electronic equipment
Excellent troubleshooting skills, able to plan and execute equipment installation, research/design, and detailed documentation of work
Knowledge of desktop and server operating systems
Networking support of various LAN/WAN devices and systems
In depth knowledge of video production/television systems
Must be able to work independently, as well as collaboratively with other team members
Flexible to various work shifts and days off as assigned
Able to sit or stand for long periods of time. Able to lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, work on rooftops and in confined spaces
Valid driver’s license: Position may require some travel with the SNG truck for live remotes; CDL not required
Related military experience will be considered
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 television, streaming and digital platforms, including nearly 300,000 hours of original video content each year. Nexstar owns America’s largest local broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 212 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, America’s fastest-growing national news and entertainment cable network reaching 70 million television homes, 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 The Hill and BestReviews, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. In addition to delivering exceptional content and service to our communities, Nexstar provides premium multiplatform and video-on-demand advertising opportunities at scale for businesses and brands seeking to leverage the strong consumer engagement of our compelling content offering. 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.