The Assistant Chief Engineer will assist with overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Engineering Department and is responsible for the maintenance of all broadcast technology and equipment at the station and transmitter sites.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Assists in managing all aspects of the Engineering Department
- Maintains all broadcast technology and equipment for the station and transmitter sites
- Ensures station compliance with rules and regulations applicable to FCC, local, state, and federal, laws
- Works closely with Chief Engineer to implement new technologies and technical infrastructure for the station
- Assists with managing engineering and technology capital projects to the established budgets.
- Manages and coordinates fiber connectivity, production setups, A/V routing and patching, audio equipment, graphics systems and editing systems
- Evaluates, selects, installs, services and maintains station equipment and information technology systems
- Repairs and maintains station building infrastructures
- Assists in maintaining station vehicle fleet, including live satellite trucks
- Communicates with and coordinates equipment maintenance and training with vendors/contractors
- Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills
- Associate Degree in Electronics, Communications, or equivalent combination of education and work-related experience preferred
- Minimum three years' experience with a television broadcasting environment
- Familiarity with Avid-related software/hardware products a plus
- Fluency in English; strong communication, both verbal and written
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to work extended hours, as needed