Chief Engineer / Director Of Technical Operations

Job Description

Overview

Audacy seeks a talented and energetic individual to serve as Chief Engineer / Director of Technical Operations for our St. Louis market. This position is represented by the IBEW Local 4 union.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do:
• Plan & develop all aspects of radio technical facilities
• Select, install and maintain high-power transmitters and all associated equipment; modify and document all broadcast circuitry
• Maintain mixing consoles and all associated in-studio equipment
• Handle telco problems and service calls; order services. Work with technicians to troubleshoot circuits; cross connect in-house circuits.
• Review logs weekly for correct and complete entries and EAS tests and tower lighting requirements
• Generator testing, fueling and supervision of maintenance.
• UPS testing and supervision of maintenance
• Supervise Engineering and IT staff
• Effectively communicate and partner with programming staff as well as outside partners

Qualifications

Required:
• Minimum five years broadcast engineering experience with Hands-on FM, HD, AM transmitter experience, as well as Non-directional Antenna AM experience
• Ability to inspect, repair, and maintain all broadcast radio station equipment, including transmitters, antenna's, satellite downlinks, automation system, studio equipment, remote equipment, generators, studio telephone system and related other equipment
• A knowledge of FCC Rules and Regulations
• Availability to work various hours / days, including some weekends and holidays
• Ability to provide on-call status 24/7 in case of equipment failure
• Must have strong verbal and written communications skills, as well as strong proven time management skills including ability to multi-task in a multiple project environment
• Experience in project planning, management and execution.
• IT & Network knowledge and experience required as well as experience with digital audio and audio streaming.
• Must have at least four years of college or technical school and/or training; or equivalent work experience
• A valid driver's license, satisfactory completion of a motor vehicle record check, and, if the position requires use of applicant's own vehicle, proof of insurance, is required
• Experience in project planning, management and execution.
• IT & Network knowledge and experience required as well as experience with digital audio and audio streaming

Preferred:
• SBE or other relevant Certifications / Licenses is a plus
• Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as necessary.

Responsibilities:

What You'll Do:
- Plan & develop all aspects of radio technical facilities
- Select, install and maintain high-power transmitters and all associated equipment; modify and document all broadcast circuitry
- Maintain mixing consoles and all associated in-studio equipment
- Handle telco problems and service calls; order services. Work with technicians to troubleshoot circuits; cross connect in-house circuits.
- Review logs weekly for correct and complete entries and EAS tests and tower lighting requirements
- Generator testing, fueling and supervision of maintenance.
- UPS testing and supervision of maintenance
- Supervise Engineering and IT staff
- Effectively communicate and partner with programming staff as well as outside partners

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gqz8kx-18-219-236-62-42 in your application.