Technician II - Broadcast Operations

Company Summary

EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.

Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.

Department Summary

Our Technology teams challenge the status quo and reimagine capabilities across industries. Whether through research and development, technology innovation or solution engineering, our people play vital roles in connecting consumers with the products and platforms of tomorrow.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

The Network Traffic Operations teams processes content and performs quality checks for the IPVOD and FVOD platforms; modifies the Electronic Programming Guide (EPG) to add program data, blackouts and Pay-Per-View encryption; manages paperwork for sports and Pay-Per-View packages; creates Traffic logs relaying broadcast information for Operations and Engineering departments; coordinates with outside providers and internal engineering departments to broadcast live sporting events as well as tracks and reports discrepancies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs quality checks on VOD content

• Tracks and reports discrepancies

• Processes content for IPVOD and FVOD platforms

• Modifies the Electronic Programming Guide (EPG) to add managed events, blackouts and Pay-Per-View encryption

• Manages paperwork for sports and Pay-Per-View packages

• Creates Traffic logs relaying broadcast information for Operations and Engineering departments

• Coordinates with outside providers and internal engineering departments to broadcast live sporting events

Skills, Experience and Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Associates degree or two years of experience/training in related field or, equivalent combination of education and experience

Skills and Qualifications:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals and technical procedures

• Ability to write reports, communicate vital information, and respond to questions from managers and customers

• Impeccable attention to detail

• Ability to communicate effectively via e-mail or telephone

Working Conditions:

Monday thru Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM weekly schedule. On occasion, on call duties. Majority of work is computer data entry and preforming verifications of work completed by team members.

Visa sponsorship not available for this role

Salary Ranges

Compensation: $15.91/Hour - $22.74/Hour

Benefits

We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities and a flexible time away plan. All benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits .

The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location. Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check.

This will be posted for a minimum of 3 days or until the position is filled.

We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer - Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. We are a true merit-based organization and work hard so there are no artificial barriers to one's potential success. DISH is committed to a workforce where everyone's opportunities are limitless. Please note that you may redact or remove any information that identifies age, date of birth or dates of school attendance/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our interview process.