This role partners directly with the Chief Engineer to maintain, modernize, and future proof all station systems, from traditional SDI broadcast infrastructure and automation to IT networks, building systems, and vendor relationships
Job Summary
This role partners directly with the Chief Engineer to maintain, modernize, and future proof all station systems, from traditional SDI broadcast infrastructure and automation to IT networks, building systems, and vendor relationships.
You will support live news production in a Ross OverDrive environment, oversee the health of a large SDI plant, and help guide the next wave of technical evolution while ensuring the daily broadcast runs reliably.
The ideal candidate is a steady hand, a creative problem solver, and a trusted partner ready to help lead one of Kansas City’s most dynamic television operations.
Matching Summary
This role partners directly with the Chief Engineer to maintain, modernize, and future proof all station systems, from traditional SDI broadcast infrastructure and automation to IT networks, building systems, and vendor relationships.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Broadcast and Production Systems Maintenance
IT and Networking Oversight
Facilities and Operations Assistance
Project and Vendor Management
Live News Production Support
SDI Infrastructure Management
Nice-to-have
Creative problem solver
Steady hand
Trusted partner
Proactive maintenance mindset
Calm professional demeanor
Key Requirements
Five or more years of experience
Associate or bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience