Company Description
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
Job Description
NBC Sports is seeking a highly skilled and electrical licensed Facility Electrician to join the Operations team at the Stamford, CT headquarters. This position is critical to maintaining the 24/7 reliability of our state-of-the-art broadcast and production facilities.
The Facility Electrician is responsible for conducting building maintenance, planning, inspection and functions of the facility and its MEP systems. The position is part of a team that manages multiple buildings within the Stamford and Monroe Campuses and will have responsibilities in building field inspection, construction or design.
The Facility Electrician will use their Connecticut electrical license to perform high-level preventative and corrective electrical maintenance, while also serving as a general facility engineer responsible for HVAC, plumbing, and general building upkeep. This role will begin on a day shift schedule for the first six months before transitioning to the 2nd shift (typically 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM). Shift times are subject to change and may require overtime to support live broadcast schedules.
This position will be primarily based in Stamford, CT, with a need to be onsite at our Monroe, CT facility as needed.
Responsibilities:
Primary Electrical Maintenance
- Responds to service calls for repairing or installing various power, lighting, and HVAC needs in office spaces, broadcast studios, control rooms, and mission-critical data centers.
- Monitors and maintains electrical power distribution systems.
- Conducts preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on Emergency Generator plants and UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) systems.
- Maintains and tests Fire Pump and Fire Alarm Systems.
Building Systems Operations (BMS/HVAC)
- Utilizes the Johnson Controls Metasys Building Management System (BMS) to monitor the condition of systems, troubleshoot issues, and make environmental adjustments as needed.
- Monitors, repairs, and performs preventative maintenance (PM) on complex HVAC systems including: boilers, chillers, cooling towers, air handlers, RTUs (Rooftop Units), and split systems.
- Manages and maintains Water-Cooled Chillers, Cooling Towers, and chilled water distribution.
General Facility Support
- Addresses basic plumbing issues, leaks, and fixture repairs as required.
- Performs aesthetic maintenance, including light carpentry, painting, drywall repair, and door hardware issues.
Administration & Compliance
- Maintains accurate and timely maintenance logs, ensuring all PM is completed on schedule.
- Conducts various weekly and monthly Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) inspections.
- Supports after-hours and weekend tasks on an overtime basis to ensure 24/7 operational readiness for broadcast demands.
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
- Connecticut State Unlimited Electrical License (E-1 or E-2) is required.
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the maintenance and repair of the systems and equipment listed above, with a strong focus on electrical and mechanical systems.
- Proven ability to meet strict time frames and deliver high-quality work in environments with zero tolerance for failure (i.e., live broadcast/mission-critical facilities).
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at multiple organizational levels.
- Proficiency in MS Windows and MS Office applications.
Demonstrated Working Knowledge & Technical Skills
- Electrical Power Distribution
- Emergency Generator Plants and UPS Systems
- Fire Pump and Fire Alarm Systems
- HVAC and other facility management systems
- Water-Cooled Chillers, Cooling Towers, and Chilled Water Distribution
- Building Management Systems (BMS) operation and troubleshooting
Desired Characteristics:
- Associate’s degree, Technical Degree, or completion of a recognized trade school program.
- Demonstrated equivalent experience in the maintenance and repair of the specified systems.
Additional Requirements:
- Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
- Willingness to work overtime, weekends, holidays and overnight shifts or with short notice and be on call 24/7
- Must be willing to work in Stamford, CT and Monroe, CT as needed
- Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
- Must be 18 years or older
- Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].
