TDS Telecommunications is hiring: Broadcast Engineer in Sunriver

Broadcast Engineer

Join the team at TDS Telecommunications LLC.

Overview

You will play a pivotal role in keeping our multi?channel broadcast operations running smoothly and innovatively. In this hands?on technical role youll install, support, and maintain a wide range of broadcast systems and equipmentfrom studio cameras and switchers to audio consoles and network routersacross our four television channels: KOHD?TV, KBNZ?LPV, COTV, and CO4 Visitor's Network. Your expertise will support both studio and field production, including operating our live production truck for high?profile events. You will also manage master control automation, video transcoding servers, live streaming platforms, and the full broadcast airchain, and provide technical support for our IT infrastructure.

Location

In?person role, reporting to the office in Bend, OR.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all broadcast technology used in the daily operation of the station and ancillary systems.
• Install and test new systems and infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and repair hardware and software issues with broadcast and information technology.
• Set up, operate, and maintain the equipment in the live production truck.
• Monitor and manage critical server infrastructure.
• Work closely with the Chief Broadcast Engineer to identify maintenance, equipment, and procedural needs and implement proactive, preventative maintenance plans.
• Provide technical support to end?users.
• Perform office installation tasks such as building and installing video editing desks and workstations, cable pulls, assisting with office moves, and shuttling equipment to and from storage as needed.
• Develop and update technical knowledge and skills for the job.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Associates degree (or higher) or 2+ years professional work experience.
• 1+ years experience in broadcasting, IT or other technical field.
• Must be able to obtain a DOT Medical certificate.
• Must have a valid drivers license, insurance, and reliable transportation.

Other Qualifications

• Strong computer skills (Windows, Mac, Linux).
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP networking for local LANs and computer connectivity.
• Strong troubleshooting skills, especially with signal flow.
• Ability to learn and understand technical systems and equipment rapidly and independently.
• Ability to communicate troubleshooting instructions to non?technical associates.
• Excellent judgment and problem?solving under pressure or in emergency situations.
• Knowledge of broadcast equipment (Ross, Sonly, Imagine, Telestream, evertz, AJA products), A/V routing, A/V production gear, and master control systems.
• RF transmitter experience, component?level repairs, electronics testing and repairs, and broadcast training or SBE certifications are a plus.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work in an on?call environment with flexible schedule, including occasional extended hours, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The role requires sitting, standing, writing and operating a computer, frequently communicating with customers and moving around the facility. You may need to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, balance or climb, and lift up to 50 pounds (occasionally 100 pounds). The position may involve outdoor work, mechanical rooms, and extreme weather conditions.

Benefits

Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to:

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Generous Vacation & Paid Sick Leave
• Seven Paid National Holidays & One Floating Holiday
• Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks after 12 months of employment)
• Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs

Associates working 30 or more hours per week additionally have access to:

• Short?Term & Long?Term Disability
• TDS Service Discounts
• Education Assistance
• Paid Volunteer Time

All associates may participate in Associate Resource Groups to encourage community and professional development.

Who is TDS Telecom?

TDS Telecom provides high?speed internet, TV entertainment, and phone services to a wide range of communities across the U.S. With over 50 years of experience, TDS is committed to expanding fiber?optic networks to provide innovative connectivity solutions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

TDS is committed to EEO and values differences in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. TDS considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Pay Transparency

The listed pay range reflects the minimum and maximum base salary. Actual offers depend on skills, qualifications, experience, location, and role?specific competencies.

Pay Range (Hr./Yr.)

$25.13/Hr. $37.69/Hr.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full?time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Telecommunications