Broadcast & ENG Maintenance Engineer (NABET) - TEMP

Company Description
We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.
Job Description
The Broadcast Maintenance Engineer will provide front line broadcast engineering and technical support across several studios, control rooms, and newsroom at the Los Angeles NBC & Telemundo facility. The main duties of this position include supporting all broadcast systems and technology. The station support needs span 7 days a week, and at many times of year a 24x7 schedule. This position is a temporary role that will last two months , with a possibility of extending longer.
Essential Responsibilities:

• Support the local stations by maintaining electronic and digital equipment to support live on-air production, linear broadcast, and streaming requirements.
• Troubleshoot complex systems, including HD-SDI and 2110 routers, as well as other broadcast & production systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance on studio & control room equipment and assist with technical setup.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in broadcast maintenance engineering.
• Strong understanding of newsroom and workflow computer systems.
• Hands on knowledge and experience with studio switching, automation control, graphics systems, audio systems, and IFB and PL communications systems in on-air environments.
• Ability to read and understand system signal flow diagrams and schematics for television control room and studio facilities.
• Ability to troubleshoot analog and digital equipment to the component level.
• Deep knowledge of test equipment operation for diagnosis of all digital and analog signals.
• Possess the ability to prioritize and work independently with a high degree of detail.
• Position requires excellent interpersonal skills. Position requires a cool, levelheaded individual who works well under the pressures of live television.
• Understanding of the urgent needs of live on-air programs and the ability to stay focused and productive in a fast-paced environment with constantly changing assignments.
• Knowledge of FCC rules and regulations.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds above the waist.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Must be willing to work on site in Universal City, CA.
• This position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement between the Company and the National Association of Broadcast Employees and Technicians (NABET). Successful candidate will be required to join NABET if not already a member and remain a member of the union in good standing.
• Must be willing to work overtime, evenings, and on weekends with short notice, and respond to emergency calls.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.

Additional Requirements:

• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
• Salary Range: $56,888 to $120,459.04

Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].