Chief Broadcast Engineer
This individual is responsible for planning technical facility and equipment changes and to ensure that all technical equipment related to broadcast and production operations is properly installed and maintained (excepting station vehicles). This position also requires overseeing subcontractor work and working closely with other departments to provide needed technical support for planning, installation, and maintenance projects. In addition, this position is responsible for ensuring proper maintenance of all station technical records and documents necessary to comply with all reporting requirements of the General Manager, Board of Directors, FCC, FAA and other regulatory agencies having authority over the technical operation of the station.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must be detail-oritened with excellent team participation and personal leadership abilities. Organizational and follow-up skills are critical to success in this position. Experience in broadcast engineering, studio and transmitter skills, micro-wave link experience and familiarity with 601 digital equipment is required. Additionally, the ability to write, speak, and understand English clearly is required. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must be flexible in respect to work hours. SBE Certification and/or General Radio/telephone FCC license preferred.
Accountability: The Lead Engineer is a crucial part of the broadcasting team. This position reports directly to the President/General Manager.
Work Schedule: This is an exempt position. Normal business hours are 8:30am to 5:00pm. Monday through Friday. Additional hours and/or different work times may be necessary and required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must be detail-oritened with excellent team participation and personal leadership abilities. Organizational and follow-up skills are critical to success in this position. Experience in broadcast engineering, studio and transmitter skills, micro-wave link experience and familiarity with 601 digital equipment is required. Additionally, the ability to write, speak, and understand English clearly is required. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must be flexible in respect to work hours. SBE Certification and/or General Radio/telephone FCC license preferred.
Accountability: The Lead Engineer is a crucial part of the broadcasting team. This position reports directly to the President/General Manager.
Work Schedule: This is an exempt position. Normal business hours are 8:30am to 5:00pm. Monday through Friday. Additional hours and/or different work times may be necessary and required.
