Chief Engineer

Sinclair Broadcast Group•Corpus Christi, TX

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About The Position

KSCC/KTOV/KXPX is looking for a Chief Engineer! What skills do you need to be successful in our role? A minimum of 5 years' experience in broadcast electrical system and equipment maintenance Experience training and managing technicians with a positive and constructive attitude Proficiency in evaluating, troubleshooting, installing, and maintaining broadcast equipment and IT systems Dedication to quality and time management while upholding to all FCC regulations Hold a valid driver's license Must be flexible to accommodate shift changes including extended hours, weekends, and evenings Ability to work on ladders, stand for long periods of time, and lift computers or equipment up to 50 lbs. Technical degree in electronics or a related field, or an equivalent of work and educational experience SBE certification and A+ certification is preferred Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. About Us Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net. About the Team The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years' experience in broadcast electrical system and equipment maintenance
Experience training and managing technicians with a positive and constructive attitude
Proficiency in evaluating, troubleshooting, installing, and maintaining broadcast equipment and IT systems
Dedication to quality and time management while upholding to all FCC regulations
Hold a valid driver's license
Must be flexible to accommodate shift changes including extended hours, weekends, and evenings
Ability to work on ladders, stand for long periods of time, and lift computers or equipment up to 50 lbs.
Technical degree in electronics or a related field, or an equivalent of work and educational experience

Nice To Haves

SBE certification and A+ certification is preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee all engineering functions of the station, including, planning of future equipment installations, requirements, and budgetary recommendations
Manage training and hiring processes for engineering staff
Supervise maintenance of computer software, hardware, and local area network applications
Ensure software license compliance and all software versions are up to date
Supervise preventive maintenance and/or troubleshooting of broadcast electronical equipment, including but not limited to, cameras, audio and video equipment, microwave transmitters and receivers, satellite receivers, and computing equipment
Supervise and/or perform transmitter maintenance
Work with Corporate leadership to ensure security and FCC compliance