BROADCAST ENGINEER - WAND
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 11, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 29, 2026.
About Gray Media:
Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 46 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental and Vision Coverage
- Health Savings Account with Company contributions
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employer-paid life and disability benefits
- Paid parental leave benefits
- Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
- 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
- Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
- Focus on Caring
Salary/Wage:
$45,000 - $50,000/yr.
Shift and Schedule:
Mon. - Fri. (or at Manager's Discretion)
Job Type:
Full-Time
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Job Summary/Description:
WAND-TV in Decatur, Illinois, is looking for a Broadcast Engineer to assist with critical operations at our facility. One year of experience as a Broadcast Engineer or relevant coursework is required. Further training is available for the right candidate with a strong basis of technical knowledge and a desire to advance their skills through on-site training and occasional classes or seminars.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- This position will be responsible for maintenance, installation, and repair of all electronic equipment as well as office equipment.
- The successful candidate must be able to troubleshoot at a component level for electrical equipment, computers, and computerized systems.
- Broadcast Engineers also assist with building and grounds maintenance when needed.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Interested candidates must be self-motivated and flexible to work a varied schedule.
- Available to work nights, weekends, holidays, and be on-call as necessary.
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
WAND-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.