Maintenance Technician 403g Job at Paramount in New York
Paramount, New York, NY, United States
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KCBS2/KCAL9, the largest duopoly, and part of the CBS-owned and operated stations in Los Angeles, is seeking an experienced maintenance technician to become part of the Engineering and Operations team. This is a staff IBEW union engineering position that reports directly to the Engineering Manager.
Primary Accountabilities
Day-to-day maintenance and support of the station's core infrastructure, not limited to news editing systems, control room automation, and components, local news channel and streaming systems, transmitter operations, studio equipment as well as field operations equipment and vehicles.
Install, upgrade, troubleshoot, and repair electronic equipment to a component (hardware/software) level.
Work collaboratively in the design, construction, and execution of station engineering projects and initiatives.
Perform station operations roles on an as-needed basis, including field, and studio operations support.
Work with equipment manufacturers and vendors to resolve issues, including ordering parts/services.
Review discrepancy reports and address issues with minimal supervision.
Other duties, as assigned by Broadcast Operations & Engineering management.
Support the transmitter facilities, including AC, heat exchangers, and building minor maintenance.
Proficiencies
A sound engineering foundation and the ability to tackle and repair complex television broadcast systems.
Strong technical background in video transmission and transmitters, newsroom systems, ingest, wireless and cellular bonded technologies, automation systems, microwave, master control, satellite, streaming, control room, studio and field operations, and IP technology.
Expertise and background in RF transmission and technology.
Candidate must be a self-starter and highly organized.
Strong project execution and coordination skills.
Strong verbal and written skills, with the ability to actively communicate and work with other members of the engineering staff, station employees, management, and outside vendors in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to train fellow engineers in new systems, technologies, procedures, and techniques.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
5+ years of experience as a television broadcast engineer, or equivalent.
College degree in Engineering or SBE Certification, desirable.
Must join the IBEW 45 union if not a current member.
Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays and in emergency situations, as we are a 24/7 news operation.
The ability to be self‑independent and collaborate with the engineering team is important.
Knowledge and experience working with SONY automation, switchers, cameras, media servers, Grass Valley non‑linear editing systems, Telestream transcoding products, Chyron graphics systems, Evertz routers, RTS intercoms, and Harmonic encoders.
Knowledge of and understanding of FCC rules and regulations.
Familiarity with IP interface networking, active directory, and software deployment utilities.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications, Visio, and AutoCAD.
Fabrication abilities.
Additional Information
Hiring Salary Range: $61,745.00 – $130,102.00.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.
What We Offer
Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
Generous paid time off.
An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount's most dynamic teams.
Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount
Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.
At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our careers site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.
Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles
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In Summary: KCBS2/KCAL9 is seeking an experienced maintenance technician to become part of the Engineering and Operations team . The position is a staff IBEW union engineering position that reports directly to the Engineering Manager . The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies .
En Español: #WeAreParamount en una misión para liberar el poder del contenido... tú dentro? Tenemos las marcas, tenemos las estrellas, tenemos el poder de lograr nuestra misión de entretener al planeta - ahora todo lo que nos falta es ... ¡Tú! Esta es una posición de ingeniería sindical del personal IBEW que reporta directamente al Gerente de Ingeniería. Responsabilidad Primaria El mantenimiento diario y el apoyo a las infraestructuras centrales de la estación, sin limitarse a los sistemas de edición de noticias, automatización de salas de control y componentes, canales locales de noticias y sistemas de transmisión, operaciones de transmisores, equipo de estudio así como equipos y vehículos en campo. Instalar, actualizar, solucionar problemas y reparar equipos electrónicos hasta un nivel de componente (hardware/software). Trabajar colaborativamente en el diseño, construcción y ejecución de proyectos e iniciativas de ingenieria de estaciones. Realizar funciones de funcionamiento de estación según sea necesario, incluida la automatización y soporte operativo de la sala de control. Debemos trabajar con fabricantes de equipos y proveedores para resolver problemas, incluyendo ordenando piezas / servicios. Revisar informes de discrepancia y abordar problemas con supervisión mínima. Otras tareas, tales como la gestión por parte de Procast Operations & Engineering deben ser asignadas a los miembros del equipo de trabajo especializados en sistemas de comunicación automática y tecnología de radio y otros medios de comunicación, si se desean. Los conocimientos básicos y sus capacidades no son más avanzados, etc. La capacidad de entrenamiento técnico-comunicidad, formación profesional o capacitación de los profesionales en medio ambiente de trabajo, experiencia en el área informativa y de la cadena de telecomunicación y de televisión y otras tecnologías de alto alcance, como los trabajadores en línea de SONS. El pago inicial para el solicitante exitoso depende de una variedad de factores relacionados con el trabajo, incluidos pero no limitados a la ubicación geográfica, las demandas del mercado, la experiencia, la capacitación y la educación. Los beneficios disponibles para este puesto incluyen un plan médico, dental, visión, 401 ((k), seguro de vida, prestaciones por discapacidad, programa de asistencia al matrícula y PTO o, en su caso, lo que sea dictado por el acuerdo colectivo apropiado. Lo que ofrecemos Compensos atractivos y paquetes integrales de beneficios. Consulte nuestra lista completa de beneficios aquí: https://www.paramount.com/careers/beneficies Estamos comprometidos con la igualdad de oportunidades laborales independientemente de su raza, color, etnia, ascendencia, religión, credo, sexo, origen nacional, orientación sexual, edad, estatus de ciudadanía, estado matrimonial, discapacidad, identidad de género, expresión del género y status Veteran. Si usted es un individuo calificado con una discapacidad o un veterano discapacitado, puede solicitar un alojamiento razonable si no puede o está limitado en su capacidad para usar o acceder a nuestro sitio de carreras como resultado de su discapacidad. Puede pedir alojamientos razonables llamando 212.846.5500 o enviando un correo electrónico a paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Sólo se devolverán mensajes dejados para este propósito. Mercado mayor cercano: Los Ángeles #J808-Ljbffr
KCBS2/KCAL9, the largest duopoly, and part of the CBS-owned and operated stations in Los Angeles, is seeking an experienced maintenance technician to become part of the Engineering and Operations team. This is a staff IBEW union engineering position that reports directly to the Engineering Manager.
Primary Accountabilities
Day-to-day maintenance and support of the station's core infrastructure, not limited to news editing systems, control room automation, and components, local news channel and streaming systems, transmitter operations, studio equipment as well as field operations equipment and vehicles.
Install, upgrade, troubleshoot, and repair electronic equipment to a component (hardware/software) level.
Work collaboratively in the design, construction, and execution of station engineering projects and initiatives.
Perform station operations roles on an as-needed basis, including field, and studio operations support.
Work with equipment manufacturers and vendors to resolve issues, including ordering parts/services.
Review discrepancy reports and address issues with minimal supervision.
Other duties, as assigned by Broadcast Operations & Engineering management.
Support the transmitter facilities, including AC, heat exchangers, and building minor maintenance.
Proficiencies
A sound engineering foundation and the ability to tackle and repair complex television broadcast systems.
Strong technical background in video transmission and transmitters, newsroom systems, ingest, wireless and cellular bonded technologies, automation systems, microwave, master control, satellite, streaming, control room, studio and field operations, and IP technology.
Expertise and background in RF transmission and technology.
Candidate must be a self-starter and highly organized.
Strong project execution and coordination skills.
Strong verbal and written skills, with the ability to actively communicate and work with other members of the engineering staff, station employees, management, and outside vendors in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to train fellow engineers in new systems, technologies, procedures, and techniques.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
5+ years of experience as a television broadcast engineer, or equivalent.
College degree in Engineering or SBE Certification, desirable.
Must join the IBEW 45 union if not a current member.
Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays and in emergency situations, as we are a 24/7 news operation.
The ability to be self‑independent and collaborate with the engineering team is important.
Knowledge and experience working with SONY automation, switchers, cameras, media servers, Grass Valley non‑linear editing systems, Telestream transcoding products, Chyron graphics systems, Evertz routers, RTS intercoms, and Harmonic encoders.
Knowledge of and understanding of FCC rules and regulations.
Familiarity with IP interface networking, active directory, and software deployment utilities.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications, Visio, and AutoCAD.
Fabrication abilities.
Additional Information
Hiring Salary Range: $61,745.00 – $130,102.00.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.
What We Offer
Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
Generous paid time off.
An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount's most dynamic teams.
Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount
Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.
At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our careers site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.
Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles
#J-18808-Ljbffr
In Summary: KCBS2/KCAL9 is seeking an experienced maintenance technician to become part of the Engineering and Operations team . The position is a staff IBEW union engineering position that reports directly to the Engineering Manager . The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies .
En Español: #WeAreParamount en una misión para liberar el poder del contenido... tú dentro? Tenemos las marcas, tenemos las estrellas, tenemos el poder de lograr nuestra misión de entretener al planeta - ahora todo lo que nos falta es ... ¡Tú! Esta es una posición de ingeniería sindical del personal IBEW que reporta directamente al Gerente de Ingeniería. Responsabilidad Primaria El mantenimiento diario y el apoyo a las infraestructuras centrales de la estación, sin limitarse a los sistemas de edición de noticias, automatización de salas de control y componentes, canales locales de noticias y sistemas de transmisión, operaciones de transmisores, equipo de estudio así como equipos y vehículos en campo. Instalar, actualizar, solucionar problemas y reparar equipos electrónicos hasta un nivel de componente (hardware/software). Trabajar colaborativamente en el diseño, construcción y ejecución de proyectos e iniciativas de ingenieria de estaciones. Realizar funciones de funcionamiento de estación según sea necesario, incluida la automatización y soporte operativo de la sala de control. Debemos trabajar con fabricantes de equipos y proveedores para resolver problemas, incluyendo ordenando piezas / servicios. Revisar informes de discrepancia y abordar problemas con supervisión mínima. Otras tareas, tales como la gestión por parte de Procast Operations & Engineering deben ser asignadas a los miembros del equipo de trabajo especializados en sistemas de comunicación automática y tecnología de radio y otros medios de comunicación, si se desean. Los conocimientos básicos y sus capacidades no son más avanzados, etc. La capacidad de entrenamiento técnico-comunicidad, formación profesional o capacitación de los profesionales en medio ambiente de trabajo, experiencia en el área informativa y de la cadena de telecomunicación y de televisión y otras tecnologías de alto alcance, como los trabajadores en línea de SONS. El pago inicial para el solicitante exitoso depende de una variedad de factores relacionados con el trabajo, incluidos pero no limitados a la ubicación geográfica, las demandas del mercado, la experiencia, la capacitación y la educación. Los beneficios disponibles para este puesto incluyen un plan médico, dental, visión, 401 ((k), seguro de vida, prestaciones por discapacidad, programa de asistencia al matrícula y PTO o, en su caso, lo que sea dictado por el acuerdo colectivo apropiado. Lo que ofrecemos Compensos atractivos y paquetes integrales de beneficios. Consulte nuestra lista completa de beneficios aquí: https://www.paramount.com/careers/beneficies Estamos comprometidos con la igualdad de oportunidades laborales independientemente de su raza, color, etnia, ascendencia, religión, credo, sexo, origen nacional, orientación sexual, edad, estatus de ciudadanía, estado matrimonial, discapacidad, identidad de género, expresión del género y status Veteran. Si usted es un individuo calificado con una discapacidad o un veterano discapacitado, puede solicitar un alojamiento razonable si no puede o está limitado en su capacidad para usar o acceder a nuestro sitio de carreras como resultado de su discapacidad. Puede pedir alojamientos razonables llamando 212.846.5500 o enviando un correo electrónico a paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Sólo se devolverán mensajes dejados para este propósito. Mercado mayor cercano: Los Ángeles #J808-Ljbffr