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This hands-on position is responsible for the operation, maintenance, optimization, and reliability of mechanical systems (HVAC) supporting a live broadcast studio environment.

This position ensures the continuous operation, maintenance, and climate control of critical facility infrastructure (electrical distribution, power, HVAC, building controls and physical plant) in a live broadcasting environment to ensure continuous uptime, precise environmental control and compliance with safety and broadcast-critical standards. The position collaborates directly with broadcast technicians to prevent technical downtime, maintaining the strict environmental conditions required for 24/7 mission-critical media operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

7+ years’ experience in:
- Commercial, mission critical facility such as hospital, or media/broadcast facilities preferred
- HVAC and mechanical system operations
Experience in data centers, studios, or critical environments strongly preferred
High school diploma or GED required; associate’s degree in HVAC/R, facilities engineering, or related field (or equivalent technical experience)
Strong knowledge of:
- HVAC systems (chilled water, DX, VAV)
- Building Management Systems (BMS/BAS)
- Mechanical system controls and automation
Familiarity with:
- Redundancy design (N+1, 2N)
- Load calculations and thermal management
- Acoustic and vibration considerations
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications
Ability to work under pressure during live broadcast scenarios
High school diploma or equivalent (Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred)
HVAC Technical Training Certificate preferred
EPA Certificate required
OSHA 10/40 Certification preferred
Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and customer focused skills
Understanding of advanced principles of chilled water systems, refrigeration systems, and domestic water systems
Working knowledge of plumbing, painting, electrical, and/or other general repair skills preferred
Must have a valid Florida Driver’s License and be able to operate a motor vehicle
Incumbent must demonstrate competence in the use of equipment and application of procedures before being allowed to perform independently.
Familiarity CMMS or digital work order systems (e.g., ServiceNow, iOFFICE, or similar).
Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
Customer service mindset with a professional, team-oriented attitude.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
Commitment to safety, reliability, and operational excellence.
Ability to work Saturdays as part of a standard weekly schedule.
Ability to work nonstandard hours and on-call shifts, including early morning, late night, weekend, and holidays when the need arises, such as during Live studio broadcasts.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

Operate and maintain HVAC, chilled water systems, air handling units (AHUs), and precision cooling systems supporting studio and technical spaces.
Manage and monitor critical infrastructure equipment including Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), diesel generators, automatic transfer switches, chillers, and CRAH/CRAC units.
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot mission-critical HVAC systems, closed loop systems, and chillers to prevent overheating in server rooms, studios, master control rooms (MCR), and production spaces.
Manage and monitor building systems (BMS/BAS) to ensure optimal environmental conditions for broadcast equipment and respond to alarms.
Work in tandem with broadcast engineering and DTS teams to align facility capabilities with high-tech production needs.
Maintain environmental conditions for:
- Studios (temperature stability, silent operation)
- Control rooms and edit suites
- Equipment rooms, data centers, and broadcast racks
Perform highly complex preventative and corrective maintenance on physical site systems.
Perform root cause analysis on system malfunctions and develop action plans to prevent recurrence.
Ensure tight temperature and humidity tolerances for sensitive broadcast equipment.
Minimize noise and vibration impacts on live production environments.
Perform hands-on operations and maintenance which includes all physical and administrative operations tasks, service, and maintenance in accordance with site processes and procedures to ensure the highest levels of uptime, efficiency, and safety without disruption to production
Participate in incident response and root cause analysis for mechanical failures.
Coordinate planned maintenance to avoid disruption to live broadcasts.
Support design reviews, day 2 build outs, and commissioning of new studios, control rooms, and facility upgrades. Ensure mechanical designs meet:
- Broadcast standards (acoustics, airflow, thermal loads)
- Energy efficiency goals
- Operational maintainability
Manage contractors, vendors, and service providers.
Monitor and optimize building automation and energy management systems to maintain environmental comfort and minimize operational costs.
Ensure compliance with all codes, standards, and regulations (local building codes, ASHRAE, OSHA, etc.).
Maintain documentation for inspections, maintenance, and system performance.
Enforce safe work practices and support emergency preparedness plans.
Other duties and special projects as needed

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