Nexstar Media Group Inc. has an immediate opening for a Broadcast Engineer at KXRM-DT/KXTU-LD in Colorado Springs. We are a locally focused organization, dedicated to serving Southern Colorado communities and businesses by connecting them to unique local content they value and trust. Our team embraces a culture of innovation, service, and respect both within our building and in our work throughout the region. Our vision is to be Southern Colorado’s leader in multi-media content, advertising solutions, and community engagement that inspires, educates, and entertains.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Participate in managing and maintaining all broadcast and technology related equipment within a news focused operation.Install, service, and maintain facility broadcast equipment and information technology systems.Participate in building maintenance tasks as needed.Assist in equipment evaluation and selection.Working closely with management and co-workers to ensure company objectives are met.Participate in helpdesk tasks for all departments.Participate in developing and maintaining SOPs and system documentation.Work with Chief Engineer and IT Technician to develop project plans, task lists, and timelines.Execute plans/tasks in a timely manner.Provide project updates to the Chief Engineer.Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.Be able to contribute individually and as a member of a team.Other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills:

2+ years of previous Broadcast Engineering experience; technical education and technical broadcast experience may be considered in lieu of engineering experience.Experience with studio and field production camera systems; robotic camera systems knowledge is a plus.Experience with production automation systems; Ross Overdrive experience is a plus.Experience with newsroom computer systems; AP ENPS experience is a plus.Experience with production graphics systems; Ross Xpression experience is a plus.Experience with news media management systems; BitCentral experience is a plus.Experience with non-linear video editing software.Ability to read and understand system diagrams; ability to terminate IT/Broadcast cabling is a plus.Ability to complete tasks working solo or as a member of a team, especially in an environment of interruption by higher priority tasks.Microsoft Office fluency and strong communication skills, both oral and written. Fluency in English.Low & Mid-level decision making and self-starting. Confidence and Accountability for self-made decisions.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Must be able to stand, sit, reach, climb, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters/memos/technical instruction, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the effectiveness of co-workers, work in close proximity with others, work outdoors in all weather conditions, and work indoors with or without climate control.Proficient operation of a 4x4 truck in all weather conditions—snow and ice, paved and unpaved surfaces, tight/unmaintained mountain roads.Lift, push, pull, carry up to 50 pounds.Extended work from ladders and confined spaces.Repetitive movements.Handle, control, and feel objects, tools and controls.Scheduled work period with occasional on-call status.

Compensation

Salary: $24/hour – full timeBenefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401k with company match.