Sunday, October 07, 2007

Network Technical Maintenance Engineer in New York, NY

Sunday, October 07, 2007

Network Technical Maintenance (Maintenance Engineer)



ABC, Inc. is a broad-based international media company with broadcasting, cable and publishing properties, as well as programming services and licenses, in more than 100 countries.

Broadcast Operations and Engineering, engineers and provides the technical support for the ABC Television Network. Network Technical Maintenance supports and maintains all of the technical facilities for the ABC Television Network.



Job Responsibilities :

The ideal applicant must have a strong technical background in HD and SD digital video and audio systems, with a minimum of 5 years technical maintenance experience within a television or cable facility and be skilled in the maintenance of a wide variety of digital and analog broadcast equipment including on-air Nexio and Grass Valley video servers, HD switchers (including Snell and the Sony 8000), SD switchers, cameras (both HD and SD), digital routing switchers, graphic systems, and analog and digital tape formats. The candidate must also have experience in the maintenance of a satellite uplink and downlink facility. Applicant must be familiar with the maintenance of high power microwave transmitters, and antenna systems and combiners. Candidate must be a self starter. He or she must also exhibit an ability to work with engineering, entertainment and news personnel in a demanding environment. Applicant must be comfortable working in an IT intensive environment. Strong PC and networking skills are a plus. This position will require shift work. Job hours may involve days, nights, weekends or holidays and overtime.

We are seeking qualified individuals who are energetic, willing to work in a team environment.



Required Qualifications

  • Work Experience: Minimum 5 years experience in the Broadcast field.

  • Excellent troubleshooting skills. Experience with digital audio and video standards and equipment. Familiarity with Computer and Networking technologies and how they interface in the broadcast environment.

  • Non-technical Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to be part of team environment.



    Desired Qualifications

  • Education: Technical School or Associate Degree in Electronics Technology or a Bachelor of Science in either Electrical Engineering or Electronics Technology

  • SBE Broadcast Certification



    Business Overview

    Location: New York, NY

    Req ID: 109756



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