Position Summary
Ensures that all broadcast systems in area of assignment are working properly to ensure that programs are broadcast on time and to the highest quality. Maintains existing audio and RF equipment
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintains traditional radio and digital broadcasting electronic systems and equipment including but not limited to RF switchers, transmitters, transceivers, studio consoles and associated audio equipment
- Responds to equipment outages, malfunctions, and related technical problems during his shift.
- Document equipment maintenance, repair, and replacements
- Installs, maintains, and supports desktop computer equipment for internal users as well as company-owned sites within market
- This is a service-oriented position requiring excellent written and oral communications, personable interaction with fellow employees and organizational skills
- Responsible for repairing or replacing broken or outdated equipment; seeks technical support from the manufacturer or sends equipment for repair as needed
- Provides technical support to all the departments; responds to and resolves transmission issues.
- Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment problems; restarts or reconfigures defective equipment; works with other departments as needed to ensure that issues are resolved; responds to equipment malfunctions or outages anytime they occur
Essential duties and responsibilities are those most important or most frequently performed duties. Employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- None
Minimum Requirements
- A minimum of 3 years radio broadcast experience is required.
- An associate degree or greater in a technical field or equivalent experience is required
- Knowledge with radio broadcast operations including maintenance of broadcast automation and studio equipment, transmitter site RF equipment as well as possessing strong computer/IT skills.
- Advanced knowledge of computer systems and networking
- Ability to use typical broadcast and electronics test equipment
- Occasional night and weekend work is expected and must be on-call and available to respond 24/7
- Must be able to work independently and as a team member
- Must possess a valid state driver’s license and have an excellent driving record
In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications listed above, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions to perform this job successfully.
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS
- AA degree in broadcast engineering or related field
- Bilingual in English/Spanish
- SBE certification is a plus
Physical Requirements
Work involves exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Work requires to be able to climb ladders, work in small places.
SBS requires that all U.S. and Puerto Rico employees be vaccinated against COVID-19. This position will require the successful candidate to submit proof of vaccination. The Company is an equal opportunity employer, and will reasonably accommodate a qualified candidate, who may be unable to be vaccinated, consistent with federal, state, and local law.
SBS is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.