KGAN has an excellent career opportunity for a full-time IT Engineer to support the Engineering Department on its daily computer and network operations. This position involves maintaining computers and servers related to television transmission and video automation systems, as well as business-side work stations. The candidate will be directly responsible for hands-on support of modern broadcast and IT equipment.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide support in the management of Servers, Network Security and Network Services
• PC/Mac hardware/software/networking support
• Provide support for the technical needs of the News Department
• Assist with video equipment set-up and maintenance
• Assist Engineering with Transmitter and Master Control maintenance
• Assist with LAN and WAN related hardware and software maintenance
• Develop knowledge of facility specific IT needs and assist in supporting these systems
• Apply regular security updates
• Perform physical inventory of equipment
• Maintain digital telephone system

Requirements:

• Associates degree or higher in IT, electronics or computer related field
• 2 - 4 years of related audio and video production 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 editing and automation software and hardware products a plus
• Ross Xpression and Carbonite switcher experience a plus
• Adobe Creative Suite experience 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

We offer an excellent benefit package which includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), EAP, employee discounts, 3 weeks of vacation start, 9 holidays, and more!

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!