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Mondo

Broadcast Engineer x2

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$26 - $45/hr

Broadcast Engineer Location-Type: Onsite, Charlotte, NC Start Date: ASAP Duration: Permanent ... Job Summary Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair broadcast equipment supporting multiple TV stations ...

WOWK-TV

Broadcast Maintenance Technician

Rochester, NY · On-site

$37K - $40K/yr

The Maintenance Engineer's primary responsibilities are to help maintain the technical ... Maintain all broadcast technology and equipment for the station and transmitter sites. Familiarity ...

Hearst

Broadcast Maintenance Technician

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

... Broadcast Systems Technician. The maintenance technician preserves the technical integrity of the ... Works closely with engineering and IT management and staff to support critical on-air systems and ...

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How much do broadcast maintenance engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for broadcast maintenance engineer in the United States is $100,000.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $95,000.00 and $105,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a broadcast maintenance engineer?

To thrive as a Broadcast Maintenance Engineer, you need expertise in electronics, broadcast technology, and signal flow, often supported by a degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Familiarity with broadcast automation systems, video/audio routers, transmitters, and certifications like SBE (Society of Broadcast Engineers) are typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential soft skills for diagnosing and preventing technical issues. These skills ensure reliable broadcast operations, minimize downtime, and maintain high-quality transmissions in a fast-paced media environment.

What are some common challenges faced by broadcast maintenance engineers, and how can these be managed effectively?

Broadcast Maintenance Engineers often face challenges such as troubleshooting time-sensitive technical issues during live broadcasts and maintaining complex equipment under tight deadlines. Effective management involves staying current with evolving broadcast technology, practicing proactive equipment checks, and developing strong communication skills to coordinate with production teams. Having a well-organized preventative maintenance schedule and quick problem-solving abilities helps minimize downtime and ensure smooth operations. Collaboration and ongoing professional development are key to handling these challenges successfully.

What is a broadcast maintenance engineer?

Broadcast Maintenance Engineers are technical professionals responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing the electronic equipment used in radio and television broadcasting. They ensure that broadcast signals are transmitted clearly and without interruption by troubleshooting and resolving any technical issues that arise. Their work often involves maintaining transmitters, antennas, audio and video equipment, and computer systems used in broadcasting. Broadcast Maintenance Engineers play a critical role in keeping broadcast operations running smoothly and meeting industry standards for quality and reliability.
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Broadcast Maintenance Engineer

Weigel Broadcasting Co.

South Bend, IN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
About Us:
Weigel Broadcasting Co. is a family-owned media company based in Chicago, Illinois. The company owns and operates national television networks, as well as local broadcast stations throughout the country. Weigel is a leader in broadcast television with MeTV, Memorable Entertainment Television, the number one rated classic TV entertainment network, as well as the Movies! Network in cooperation with the Fox Television Stations, the Catchy Comedy Network, the H&I - Heroes & Icons Network, the Start TV Network and the Dabl Network in association with the CBS Television Stations, the Story Television Network, the MeTV Toons Network in collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery, and WEST- Western Entertainment Series Television Network. Weigel produces the original network TV programs Svengoolie, Toon In With Me and Collector's Call. Weigel's local stations include CBS, ABC, The CW, MyNet, Telemundo and Univision network affiliates and independent stations, offering a mix of entertainment programming, local news and professional and college sports broadcasts in 29 U.S. markets including New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. Weigel is the creator of the nationally syndicated music format MeTV FM. For more information on Weigel, visit: https://www.weigelbroadcasting.com/ .
Broadcast Maintenance Engineer:
ABC57 and CW25 in South Bend, Indiana is seeking a communicative, detail oriented, and solutions driven Broadcast Maintenance Engineer to join our growing office.
About the Role
  • Collaborate with an award-winning news team in a dynamic and fast paced environment
  • Work in the production control room and occasionally on remote broadcasts with colleagues
  • Provide valuable technical guidance to our reporters, directors, and editors
  • Assist in exploring emerging media technology

What You'll Do
  • Monitor live newscasts and assist with technical issues
  • Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and emergency repairs on newsroom production equipment including cameras, video editors, audio mixers, and mobile video transmitters (Dejero or TVu)
  • Build, terminate, test and install cables, including BNC, XLR, and Ethernet cables and update broadcast wiring diagrams
  • Collaborate with the IT department to fix laptops, monitors, printers, and networking issues
  • Provide basic building maintenance by investigating problems with air conditioning, heating, and electrical
  • Participate in on call rotation and maintain flexibility to work occasional weekends
  • Perform additional duties as assigned

What You'll Need
  • Extensive experience with broadcast technology, repairing cameras, lights, microphones, tripods, and monitors
  • Advanced proficiency with broadcast equipment including video editors, video switchers, and audio mixers
  • Hands on experience with vMix, Edius, Adobe Creative Cloud, Cuez, Singular.Live, and Dejero
  • Strong understanding of schematics, mechanical drawings, technical manuals, and documents
  • Ability to bring positivity and organization to the team

If you have what we are looking for, please apply with your resume and cover letter.
What We Offer:
• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Package, Long Term Disability Insurance & Accident Insurance
• Retirement & Savings: HSA Plan, 401k with Company Match
• Time Off: Vacation/Personal/Sick/Paid Holidays
• Leave Support: Paid Qualified-FMLA Leave
• Family Benefits: Paid Parental Leave
Weigel Broadcasting Co. maintains an Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for all applicants and employees. We give fair consideration to all qualified persons and afford all our employees opportunities for advancement according to their individual abilities, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age or sex, or other protected categories. No opportunities for promotion, transfer or any other benefit of employment will be diminished through discriminatory practices. Employees or prospective employees have the right to notify an appropriate local, state or Federal agency if they believe they have been discriminated against.

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