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Maintenance Engineer

Salary$35k – $78k
LocationMilwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
DepartmentEngineering
Company size10,000+ people
First seen1w ago
Last seen1d ago
OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox TV StationsFOX Television Stations (FTS) owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations, including stations in 14 of the top 15 markets and duopolies in 11. Eighteen are FOX Network affiliates, and together the stations produce approximately 1,300 hours of local news every week. FOX LOCAL, the company’s free ad-supported digital and streaming product, extends that news, weather and local content across connected TV & mobile devices. LiveNOW from FOX expands the FTS portfolio even further as the only national streaming services to be truly live 24/7, covering breaking news and events as they happen.
JOB DESCRIPTION
OVERVIEW:
FOX Television Stations (FTS) owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations, including stations in 14 of the top 15 markets and duopolies in 11. Eighteen are FOX Network affiliates, and together the stations produce approximately 1,300 hours of local news every week. FOX LOCAL, the company’s free ad-supported digital and streaming product, extends that news, weather and local content across connected TV & mobile devices. LiveNOW from FOX expands the FTS portfolio even further as the only national streaming services to be truly live 24/7, covering breaking news and events as they happen.
JOB TITLE: Broadcast Maintenance Engineer
WITI FOX6, a FOX-owned and operated station, is looking for a Maintenance Technician who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. We need a problem-solver dedicated to ensuring our 24/7/365 broadcast remains seamless through expert preventative maintenance, rapid troubleshooting, and precision equipment installation.
Core Responsibilities:
In this role, you will be the technical backbone of our broadcast operations. Your primary duties include:
• System Integration: Collaborate with the engineering team to design, install, test, and document new hardware and software systems.
• Technical Support: Provide rapid troubleshooting and repairs to minimize airtime interruptions for live and production events.
• Network Security: Manage and maintain data networks while strictly adhering to Information Security policies.
• Operational Training: Act as a technical resource, providing guidance and training to operational staff on daily workflows and equipment use.
• Preventative Maintenance: Conduct routine software/hardware updates and system checks to uphold high engineering standards.
• Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Deliver exceptional internal customer service to ensure all departments have the tools they need to succeed.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
The ideal candidate:
• Is a self-starter who can work independently but excels in a team setting.
• Possesses a working knowledge of broadcast and network systems (RF workflow experience is a major plus).
• Is a proactive thinker who anticipates operational needs before they become issues.
• Is highly organized, detail-oriented, and an effective communicator under pressure.
Technical & Physical Demands:
• Experience: Prior background in television/radio broadcast engineering or a related technical field is preferred.
• Equipment Utilized: Ross OverDrive and camera robotics, TriCaster, Chyron, Sony ENG and PTZ cameras, GatesAir transmitters, Dante audio, NDI, SMPTE 2110
• Problem Solving: Proven ability to resolve complex technical glitches during long shifts.
• Physical Ability: Must be comfortable climbing ladders (up to 20 feet), lifting up to 40 pounds, and working in confined spaces.
• Scheduling: Flexibility is key – this role requires the ability to work night shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed to support a 24-hour Broadcast Station.
• IT or Electronics certificate and/or AS Degree
Legal
This position is represented by the IBEW.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
Benefits
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $16.98-37.58 per hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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