Aggreko

AES Broadcast Technician

Aggreko$89K *
Media
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma/GED or equivalent work experience
  • 5+ years of experience with power generators and commercial HVAC equipment
  • Experience with broadcast power support for live events
  • Knowledge of calculating tonnage and kW requirements
  • Excellent communication skills for high-profile client interaction
  • Professional appearance suited for client-facing roles
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain necessary safety certifications

Responsibilities

  • Support a variety of projects including major broadcast events and utilities
  • Provide specialized power support for live sports and media productions
  • Install and repair Aggreko generators and related equipment
  • Troubleshoot equipment failures on-site and at service centers
  • Act as the primary client representative during events to ensure smooth operations
  • Calculate power requirements using mathematical formulas
  • Promote and ensure compliance with safety standards

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on high-profile sports and media events
  • Extensive travel (up to 75%) offering varied experiences
  • Join an elite team of technicians in a dynamic environment
  • Engage directly with major broadcast networks and high-profile clients
  • Hands-on technical work in fast-paced settings
  • Potential career growth within specialized broadcast power services
Full Job Description

We are looking for an Aggreko Events Services (AES) Broadcast Technician — a role where you willleveragespecialized broadcast power experience to support high-profile sports and media events, working across generators, temperature control, and power distribution in fast-paced, client-facing environments.

Whatyoulldo:

  • You will be part of an elite technician team that supports a wide range of projects from major broadcast events (NFL, NBA, golf, college sports) toassistingUtilities customers or serving as part of a turnaround team in a refinery.

  • Provide specialized broadcast power support for live sports and media productions with networks such as ESPN, NBC, and CBS, understanding their unique site setup requirements and timelines.

  • Install, commission, service and repair Aggreko generators, diesel engines, electrical distribution equipment, HVACequipmentand/or OFA systems.

  • Install and commission for Events Services and other complex broadcast projects.

  • Troubleshoot equipment failures both on Events Services and in the service centers.

  • Serve as a primary client-facing representative on-site, communicating clearly and professionally with technical managers from broadcast companies.

  • Utilize mathematical formulas to calculate both nominal and effective tonnage and/or kW requirements.

  • Ensure the completion of minor repairs and major overhauls on time, to standard and within agreed budgets.

  • Read andcomprehendelectrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and service manuals.

  • Maintain thorough knowledge of, practice, and promote safe working conditionsin accordance withOSHA, EPA and other required regulations dealing with safe operation of all equipment.

  • Interface with a remote operations center to prevent failures, help design proactivenotificationto avoid failures and compliance.

Wereexperts, which meansyoullhave the following skills and experience:

  • Able to travel extensively, up to 75%, and be away for extended periods of time

  • High school diploma/GED or equivalent work experience

  • 5+ years of experience working on Power Generators, commercial HVAC equipment, Chillers, performing inspections, maintenance, and repairs

  • Demonstrated experience supporting broadcast power for live events, including familiarity with how major sports networks (ESPN, NBC, CBS, etc.) set up andoperatetheir broadcast sites

  • Experience with calculating nominal and effective tonnage and/or kW requirements, along with reading and knowing schematics

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able tointerfaceconfidently and professionally with broadcast technical managers and other high-profile clients

  • Professional appearance and well-spokendemeanorisan extremely client-facing role

  • Based on the customer requirements, you maybe requiredto obtain andmaintaina TWIC card or valid DOT medical card

  • Valid drivers license

  • Ability to move or lift objects, typically less than 75lbs.

We recruit the best talent. Apply now and help us keep the power on.

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About Aggreko

Aggreko plc is a supplier of temporary power generation and temperature control equipment. The company operates in over 100 countries and serves a range of industries, including events, construction, oil and gas, and utilities. Aggreko's products include generators, chillers, heaters, and air conditioners, and the company also offers related services such as installation, maintenance, and fuel management. Aggreko has been recognized for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, and has won numerous awards for its products and services.
Learn more about Aggreko
Size
6,408 employees
Industry
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