Maintenance Technician

KMBC/KCWE-TV, the Hearst-owned ABC/CW affiliate in Kansas City, MO, has an opening for a full-time Maintenance Technician. The person in this role maintains the station’s equipment and systems from acquisition to distribution. This position provides technical and IT support for all station efforts and reports to the Director of Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Maintain production equipment including robotic camera systems, production switcher, playout servers, graphics devices, lighting systems, weather systems, audio consoles, and other gear used in production.
• Maintain news-gathering equipment including ENG cameras, field gear, ENG, DSNG, and SNG trucks, editing systems, and support devices.
• Maintain IT systems and associated hardware and software, including infrastructure and end-user support.
• Maintain transmitter sites, microwave central receive sites, satellite antenna systems, signal distribution and routing systems, processing systems, monitoring devices, and automation systems.

Requirements

• 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.
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively with other team members.
• Positive attitude and driven by successful problem-solving.
• Flexible to various work shifts and days off as assigned.
• Capable of following instructions, verbal and written.
• 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 requires travel to remote transmitter and microwave sites.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Electronic/IT Technology or a minimum of two years of an accredited technical electronics/IT school equivalent (including military).
• Equivalent related work experience in a Television/Video/IT environment will be considered.
• SBE/SMPTE/IT Certification is a plus.
• Equivalent military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) will be considered.
• Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• 401(k) matching.
• Emotional Wellness Support.
• Paid Time Off.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• LGBTQ+ Health Services.
• Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs.

About Us

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching nearly 25 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.