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Broadcast Engineer

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Eugene, OR, United States


KMTR/KVAL has an excellent career opportunity for a full-time Broadcast Engineer to support and maintain the technical infrastructure that powers our television stations, digital platforms, and evolving media technologies. This role is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of a wide range of broadcast and IT systems used in live production and station operations. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical foundation, independent problem‑solving ability, and hands‑on experience with broadcast and networked systems.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and repair broadcast and IT‑based technical systems

Diagnose and resolve complex video, audio, and signal flow issues across production and master control environments

Maintain and support systems including video servers, editing/playback systems, automation systems, switchers, routing, encoders/decoders, newsroom systems, cameras, audio consoles, and intercoms

Ensure reliability and uptime of critical systems during live broadcasts and news production

Provide technical guidance and support to newsroom, production, and operations teams

Maintain and update technical documentation and system configurations

Support network‑connected broadcast infrastructure and IT systems

Assist Engineering with Transmitter maintenance

Respond to and resolve technical issues through helpdesk workflows

Execute preventative maintenance and contribute to upgrades and projects

Collaborate with engineering leadership on system improvements

Requirements

1 year of related broadcast experience

A great team‑oriented attitude and dedication to quality

Strong familiarity with Microsoft, Mac and Linux operating systems

Knowledge and competency in core hardware and computer system technologies, including installation, configuration, diagnosing, preventive maintenance and LAN/WAN networking

Proficiency in troubleshooting problems and responding quickly under pressure

Excellent communication skills

Familiarity with Avid related software and hardware products a plus

Physical Demands/Work Environment

Must be able to work a flexible schedule

On‑call duty, including weekends and holidays

Ability to lift computers and equipment generally less than 50 pounds

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug‑free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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