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Broadcast System Maintenance Technician

Diversified
32.11 USD-63.96 USD
paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, D.C., Washington
Oct 18, 2025
About Diversified: Diversified is a global leader in audio visual and media innovation, recognized for designing and building the world's most experiential environments. Our award-winning team specializes in delivering solutions for the most complex, large-scale and immersive installations. Serving a global clientele that includes major media organizations and retailers, sports and live performance venues, corporate enterprises, and government agencies, Diversified partners with clients to create spaces that bring people together and keep them coming back. What to Expect: At Diversified, we're on a mission to create a world without boundaries, where technology enables all people to connect and experience the moments that matter, wherever they choose to be. With clients spanning the globe and an exciting pipeline of projects across industries, Diversified offers more than just a job. We offer a career path with the flexibility to grow personally and professionally, wherever your ambitions take you. As a Diversified associate, you'll dive headfirst into big, complex, and rewarding projects that push the boundaries of what's possible. Plus, you'll enjoy a flexible work environment, competitive compensation and benefits, and a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion. IF YOU CAN DREAM IT, YOU CAN DO IT AT DIVERSIFIED. How You'll Contribute: Provide direct technical support for the maintenance, operation, repair, and modernization of broadcast and audiovisual (AV) systems within a secure, multi-facility federal environment. Ensure the readiness and reliability of all broadcast and AV systems, supporting daily operations for mission-critical live and recorded federal events. Responsibilities range from intermediate to senior, including mentoring junior staff, leading technical projects, and ensuring compliance with federal standards. What You'll Do: Broadcast & AV system maintenance and repair (baseband and IP audio/video routers, switchers, signal processors, cable head-end, satellite downlink, RF/IP components). Diagnose and resolve signal flow issues quickly, escalating complex issues, and preparing and submitting reports as required and requested. Execute preventative maintenance plans and emergency response procedures and perform firmware/hardware upgrades and preventative maintenance. Install, terminate, splice, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic cables; maintain fiber infrastructure and support expansion projects. Configure, operate, and troubleshoot AV control systems (AMX, Crestron); integrate DSPs, displays, microphones, KVM/IP routers. Operate and maintain portable AV/broadcast systems for events; lead technical support during high-profile events. Assist with system upgrades, migrations, run-sheets, drawings, and documentation; ensure compliance with technical/security standards. Mentor junior technicians; supervise activities and deliver outstanding customer service to all internal and external clients. What You'll Bring: Required Skills/Qualifications: Must have a minimum of active interim security clearance and ability to obtain/maintain active TS/SCI clearance. 3-7 years' experience in broadcast system maintenance/repair and AV technical operations. Strong knowledge of AV signal flow, routing, transmission, broadcast IT/Digital, baseband & IP routing, and current applicable broadcast & IP standards. Hands-on experience with broadcast/AV equipment, monitoring tools, and automation control systems (AMX/Crestron). Ability to create and interpret technical drawings, rack elevations, and schematics. Excellent troubleshooting, customer service, and project management skills. Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, as required by event schedules. Preferred Skills/Qualifications: Experience in secure federal, military, or major network broadcast facilities. Industry certifications applicable to Broadcast IT/Engineering and AV Systems. Familiarity with advanced protocols (SMPTE ST 2110, KVM/IP, NDI, Dante, AES67) and compression and streaming standards (AVC, HEVC, MPEG, RTMP, SRT, HLS). Experience mentoring junior staff and contributing to program improvement initiatives. Work Schedule & Requirements: Monday-Friday, flexible shifts (7:00 AM-5:00 PM) On-call coverage for evenings, weekends, holidays. Fully on-site at a secure federal facility in the Washington D.C. area. What We Offer: Along with competitive compensation, you will be eligible for the following benefits: Multiple medical plan options to suit your family's needs Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 401k with Employer Match Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Voluntary Benefits: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance, Homeowners and Auto Insurance, Supplemental Term and Dependent Life and AD&D, and Legal Services Commuter Benefits And much more To learn more about becoming part of the Diversified team, visit us at our career siteor email us at careers@onediversified.com. Diversified is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All aspects of employment will be based on job requirements, individual qualifications, merit, performance, and business need. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We believe in fair and equitable hiring practices and strive to create an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact careers@onediversified.com so we can assist you. Our compensation ranges reflect the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The pay details below range from our lowest geographic market up to our highest geographic market. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills and experience depending on the position offered, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.