Broadcast Engineer

Elevate Your Career in Broadcast Technology | Full-Time Broadcast Engineer | Fort Myers Broadcasting

Are you a tech-savvy problem solver with a passion for broadcast systems and a drive to make an impact? Fort Myers Broadcasting is seeking a Full-Time Broadcast Engineer to join our forward-thinking engineering team. This isn't just a maintenance role — it's a vital, hands-on position at the heart of live television, supporting the systems that keep our newsroom and on-air programming running smoothly and reliably.

Why Fort Myers Broadcasting?

We're a legacy station with a mission to innovate. You'll work side-by-side with a collaborative team across departments — from news and production to IT and operations — where your expertise will directly contribute to the delivery of trusted news and high-quality broadcasting to our community. If you're looking for a meaningful role with real impact, we want to meet you.

What You'll Do

As a Broadcast Engineer, you'll help maintain and troubleshoot the essential systems that power our operations, from newsroom workstations to studio automation and transmission equipment. You'll be a key player in ensuring our broadcasts are delivered on time and at the highest quality.

Core Responsibilities

Maintain and troubleshoot computers, servers, and broadcast-related systems

Support users across news, production, and business units with hardware / software issues

Ensure smooth transmission and operation of all live and recorded broadcasts

Perform preventative maintenance, equipment installations, and emergency repairs

Provide hands-on support during breaking news, severe weather, and system upgrades

Assist in engineering projects and station-wide technical initiatives

Maintain thorough documentation of system changes and problem resolution

What You Bring

2–3 years of broadcast or professional engineering experience preferred

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent certification / experience

Familiarity with Windows OS, server and desktop environments, and networking / IP systems

Hands-on experience with broadcast equipment and transmission systems

Ability to stay calm and effective under pressure in live production environments

Strong troubleshooting, communication, and interpersonal skills

Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends or on-call during critical events

Nice to Have

Experience with transmitters and RF systems

Knowledge of video photography equipment and production workflows

Leadership capabilities and a solution-focused mindset

Physical Requirements :

Ability to sit or work at a computer for extended periods.

Clear verbal and written communication in person, by phone, and via video.

Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Visual and auditory ability to operate standard office, recording, and production equipment.

Ability to traverse the workspace including stairs daily.

Benefits :

Friendly and supportive work environment.

Full-time new hires : Eligible to participate in all Company benefit plans, including :

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, and HSA

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of the month after 30 days employment

Subject to plan terms

Eligibility for company-paid benefits such as life insurance & EAP and employee-paid benefits such as short-term disability

PTO – Earned on Accrual Basis

Company-Paid Holidays

401(k)

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• Please no phone calls or emails regarding this position.

Southwest Florida is often praised as being one of the healthiest and happiest places in the world with miles of white-sand beaches and a dynamic community. Broadcast Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are a drug-free and smoke-free environment.

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