Assistant Chief Engineer

Job Description

Assistant Chief Engineer - WVUE

About WVUE:

WVUE- FOX 8 in New Orleans is the #1 rated News station in the competitive New Orleans Market. FOX 8 is committed to providing in-depth investigative stories that affect change, hold the powerful accountable, and shine a light on public corruption. FOX 8 recognizes the responsibility of keeping the viewing public safe and informed about the world around them delivering all the news, information and entertainment viewers want and need to know. With this mission in mind, FOX 8 is committed to serving as the Weather Authority for Southeast Louisiana and Southwest Mississippi and continues to lead in the field of investigative journalism. Fox 8 is committed to innovation and continued evolution in the use of existing technology producing roughly 60 hours of news and locally originated programming per week.

Job Summary/Description:

WVUE-TV, the Gray Television owned, FOX affiliate in New Orleans LA, is seeking an Assistant Chief Engineer. Position requires a full knowledge of station operations and technical layout, with a strong emphasis on broadcast news. Must possess good interpersonal communications skills, both oral and written, and be fully computer literate. Comprehensive knowledge of RF signals, transmission mechanics, mechanical engineering, and studio technical equipment operation required. Requires competent knowledge of broadcast signal flow with the ability to quickly identify key points of failure and bypass faults with minimal system downtime.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Maintenance of the technical facility including studio support, post editing systems, field production support and transmission of live/taped events & programs.
• Work closely with the station's staff and corporate leadership to implement new technologies for the business as a whole.
• Ensure all transmission equipment is operating correctly.
• Help maintain FCC-required documentation.
• Assist with the training of other members of the Engineering Department and the station in general.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Have knowledge regarding equipment, technology, including RF, microwave and transmission systems.
• Must have a background with previous work experience in TV Broadcast Engineering.
• Practical knowledge of broadcast signal flow with the ability to quickly identify key points of failure and bypass faults with minimal system downtime.
• An understanding of high-power Radio Frequency systems, including Microwave and UHF TV Transmitters.
• Work comfortably using the latest operating systems software, including networking, server and desktop operating systems
• Familiarity with cable fabrication techniques, including XLR, BNC, RJ45 and similar ethernet connectors.
• Able to safely handle equipment and tools weighing 50 pounds.
• Availability to occasionally work outside of normal daytime hours.
• Must have a clean driving record and valid driver's license.

Qualified applicants go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopening, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter, and references

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r0pwwe-18-217-6-114-42 in your application.