IT Technician

Tracking Code
3100
Job Description
Make your mark in Broadcasting. Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc is one of the largest
and most diversified television broadcasting companies in the nation, programming
162 stations located in 79 geographically diverse markets after pending
transactions. Our success is the result of extraordinary employees and an
exemplary management team who believes in a vision and is dedicated to making
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc a communications powerhouse. We are advancing
the world of Broadcasting and we want YOU to join our winning team!

WBMA\WTTO\WABM in Birmingham, AL has an excellent career opportunity for a

full-time IT Technician to support the Engineering Department in its daily computer
and network operations. This position involves maintaining computers and servers
related to television transmission and video automation systems as well as the
business-side work stations. You will be directly responsible for hands-on support of
modern broadcast equipment.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Provide support in the management of Servers, Network Security and

Network Services.
PC and Mac hardware and software support on-site installing, servicing
and repairing workstations.
Provide support for the technical needs of the News Department.
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.
Be able to work effectively with other departments receiving and
communicating instructions via telephone or in person.
A self-starter, able to work efficiently without direct supervision.

Qualifications:

Associates degree or higher in IT, electronics or computer related field

or equivalent experience
2 4 years of related 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 and Adobe related software and hardware
products a plus
Familiarity with IP Telephony 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

Sinclair Broadcast Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free

Workplace

Job Location
Birmingham, Alabama, United States
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular