Diversified is hiring: Broadcast System Maintenance Technician in Baltimore

Base pay range

$32.11/hr - $63.96/hr

How You’ll Contribute

Provide direct technical support for the maintenance, operation, repair, and modernization of broadcast and audiovisual (AV) systems within a secure, multi‑facility federal environment. Ensure the readiness and reliability of all broadcast and AV systems, supporting daily operations for mission‑critical live and recorded federal events. Responsibilities range from intermediate to senior, including mentoring junior staff, leading technical projects, and ensuring compliance with federal standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair broadcast & AV systems (baseband and IP audio/video routers, switchers, signal processors, cable head‑end, satellite downlink, RF/IP components).
• Diagnose and resolve signal flow issues quickly, escalating complex issues and preparing reports as required.
• Execute preventative maintenance plans, emergency response procedures, firmware/hardware upgrades and other preventative maintenance tasks.
• Install, terminate, splice, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic cables; maintain fiber infrastructure and support expansion projects.
• Configure, operate, and troubleshoot AV control systems (AMX, Crestron); integrate DSPs, displays, microphones, KVM/IP routers.
• Operate and maintain portable AV/broadcast systems for events; lead technical support during high‑profile events.
• Assist with system upgrades, migrations, run‑sheets, drawings, and documentation; ensure compliance with technical/security standards.
• Mentor junior technicians; supervise activities and deliver outstanding customer service to all internal and external clients.

What You’ll Bring

Required Skills/Qualifications

• Minimum of active interim security clearance and ability to obtain/maintain active TS/SCI clearance.
• 3–7 years’ experience in broadcast system maintenance/repair and AV technical operations.
• Strong knowledge of AV signal flow, routing, transmission, broadcast IT/Digital, baseband & IP routing, and current applicable broadcast & IP standards.
• Hands‑on experience with broadcast/AV equipment, monitoring tools, and automation control systems (AMX/Crestron).
• Ability to create and interpret technical drawings, rack elevations, and schematics.
• Excellent troubleshooting, customer service, and project management skills.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, as required by event schedules.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

• Experience in secure federal, military, or major network broadcast facilities.
• Industry certifications applicable to Broadcast IT/Engineering and AV Systems.
• Familiarity with advanced protocols (SMPTE ST 2110, KVM/IP, NDI, Dante, AES67) and compression and streaming standards (AVC, HEVC, MPEG, RTMP, SRT, HLS).
• Experience mentoring junior staff and contributing to program improvement initiatives.

Work Schedule & Requirements

• Monday–Friday, flexible shifts (7:00 AM–5:00 PM)
• On‑call coverage for evenings, weekends, holidays.
• Fully on‑site at a secure federal facility in the Washington D.C. area.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and budgeted base pay range.
• Multiple medical plan options to suit your family’s needs.
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans.
• Company‑paid Basic Life, AD&D, Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Insurance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• 401(k) with Employer Match.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• Voluntary Benefits: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance, Homeowner and Auto Insurance, Supplemental Term and Dependent Life and AD&D, and Legal Services.
• And more.

Diversified is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All aspects of employment will be based on job requirements, individual qualifications, merit, performance, and business need. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact careers@onediversified.com so we can assist you.

To learn more about becoming part of the Diversified team, visit our career site or email us at careers@onediversified.com.