Cumulus Media
Cumulus Media is hiring: Chief Engineer in San Francisco
Cumulus Media, San Francisco, CA, US, 94199
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Company Overview
Company Overview
CUMULUS | San Francisco is home to some of the Bay Area's favorite radio stations - KNBR-AM (680/1050) & KNBR-FM, KSAN (107.7 The Bone), and KSFO. Our award-winning stations feature Classic Rock on The Bone; Legendary News and Talk on KSFO; & The Sports Leader, KNBR. At Cumulus San Francisco, we strive to hire passionate, driven, resourceful, problem solvers who have the ability to drive the evolving, diverse culture of today's media world.
Position Overview
CUMULUS MEDIA | (San Francisco) is searching for a Staff Engineer. The Staff Engineer assists the engineering team in this fast-paced market with the installation, maintenance/repair of studio equipment, transmitting and ancillary equipment in order to maintain competitive signals in the markets while complying with all FCC technical requirements. Includes: assisting with telecommunications, computer and networking systems.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities & Qualifications
Follows routine maintenance procedures and schedules for electronic equipment
Follows routine maintenance procedures and schedules for studios and radio tower sites
Performs necessary measurements of electronic equipment performance
Assists in maintaining station operation through preventative and corrective maintenance
Follows routine maintenance procedures and schedules for all broadcast equipment, automation, computer and network systems
Installation and maintenance of control consoles, audio routers, recording equipment, microphones, digital audio systems, transmitters, antennas, control systems, remote equipment, automation, computer and network systems, etc.
Works with programming/promotion departments to coordinate and maintain remote broadcasts as needed
Responsibilities include compliance with FCC rules and regulations
Travel to other markets or towers and stations may be required
Rotating on-call schedule
Qualifications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Interact with management and staff at all levels and ability to multi-task and handle pressures and deadlines
Problem-solving ability and skill in prioritizing
Experience with cluster-wide audio routing, digital audio delivery, EAS, Studio Telephone, engineering IT and back office systems
Computer literacy in applicable software packages (Microsoft OS and Office Suite, Automation Systems, Novel, Linux, etc.)
Ability to work independently to troubleshoot/repair high-power AM and FM transmitting facilities
Advanced IT skills including local area and wide area networking
Knowledge of electrical systems, UPS, and standby generators and record keeping
Knowledge of telephone systems and protocols including POTS, ISDN, T1, DSL and PRI circuits
May be required to lift 50 pounds
Ability to climb stairs and ladders is required
Minimum 1+ years in broadcast engineer or related field preferred
Education And Licensing
Associates or technical degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field or equivalent level of experience
SBE CBT and/or CBNT Certification a plus
Must possess valid state drivers license and provide required proof of personal vehicle insurance
Pay Range
USD $140,000.00 - USD $150,000.00 /Yr.
What We Offer
Competitive Pay
Focused, responsible and collaborative work environment with the ability, to ask what if and try innovative solutions
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance coverage
401K with company match
Paid Vacation, Sick & Holiday time off
Parental leave time off benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, wellness, and an employee referral bonus program
For immediate consideration, please visit https://jobs.cumulusmedia.com/jobs
For more information about Cumulus Media, visit our website at: https://www.cumulusmedia.com/
EEO Statement
CUMULUS MEDIA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Seniority level Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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