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Nexstar Media Inc.

Master Control Operator

Pay: $18–$20/hr

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Chicopee, MA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 18 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/6/2026

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What they do

A Transportation Traffic Controller monitors vehicle movement at airports, seaports, rail yards and stations, and large distribution centers. Monitors the takeoff and landing routes and schedules for airplanes at a commercial airport or military airbase. Coordinates the movement of large merchant vessels or cruise ships in and out of port.

$88,833 / year median in Massachusetts

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

The Master Control Operator is responsible for the overall on-air look of the television station through airing programming and scheduled station breaks. Hourly wage range is $18-$20.

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This position is located in Chicopee, MA. Updates and maintains signal control systems Maintains programming logs as required by station management Segments content and clips to the server and then trims and modifies it Prints traffic logs and appends logs to the data management system Monitors strength, clarity and reliability of incoming and outgoing signals and adjusts equipment as necessary to maintain quality broadcasts Selects sources from which programming will be received, or through which programming will be transmitted Reports equipment problems and ensures that repairs are made and makes emergency repairs to equipment when necessary and possible Ensures the station's compliance with Emergency Alert System requirements Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills :

Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience Fluency in English Excellent communication skills, both oral and written Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, and other office equipment. Strong PC/MS Office experience Experience with digital transmitters and other broadcast-related equipment Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

SCAM ALERT

Please be aware candidates may be at risk of being targeted by scammers seeking personal data or money. Recruiters with Nexstar Media Group and its local stations will only contact you through official job boards, LinkedIn, or email with Nexstar.tv domain or official station email addresses (example:@wreg.com). Be cautious of any outreach claiming to be from Nexstar or its recruiters via any other messaging platforms or personal email addresses. We will not contact you using a @gmail email address. If you are unsure about the authenticity of a job inquiry or offer, email us at corporaterecruiters@nexstar.tv .