Acquisition Integration, Baseball, Broadcasting, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Systems, Customer Support/Service, Environmental Issues, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Equipment Replacement, Identify Issues, Infrastructure Software, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Production Systems, Sports, Team Player, Technical Drawing, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Writing Skills
The Office of the Commissioner seeks a Part-Time Engineer to support the MLB Replay Operations Center and all (30) Major League Baseball Clubs.
Responsibilities:
- Document equipment status and validate incoming video streams used for Replay operations
- Interact with Clubhouse staff and MLB team personnel regarding equipment operation, maintenance, and support
- Communicate with other MLB departments to coordinate and fulfill technical requests
- Maintain detailed, accurate, and thorough technical documentation
- Assist with preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of all broadcast and replay devices
- Install, maintain, and support complex broadcast systems and infrastructure
- Demonstrate flexibility by adjusting responsibilities as new opportunities and technologies develop
- Troubleshoot technical facilities, including control rooms, broadcast equipment, and computer systems
- Confirm daily functionality of Umpire communication equipment and coordinate replacements across all ballparks
- Coordinate shipping, replacement, and deployment of Replay-related infrastructure, clubhouse equipment, and field-level systems
- Coordinate camera acquisition and integration with regional sports networks and MLB staff
- Respond to requests for technical support via telephone and email
Qualifications & Skills:
- Strong working knowledge of broadcast and video technology
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to rapidly diagnose video system issues and implement alternative solutions when needed
- Understanding of CAD drawings and technical elevations
- Ability to identify and troubleshoot issues in infrastructure environments and software applications
- Effective team player capable of working independently without direct supervision
- Adaptable to and learn new technical systems and workflows
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Knowledge of the following equipment is a bonus:
- Evertz systems
- Hawk-Eye systems
- Riedel intercom systems
- Cloud-based production systems
- Remote camera operations and related broadcast technologies
Pay Rate: $30.00 per hour
The actual offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your work experience, education, skills, and any other factors MLB considers relevant to the hiring decision.