Engineer & Programming Talent

Cumulus Media New Holdings Inc. • Kansas City, MO

12h

About The Position

CUMULUS MEDIA | Kansas City/Topeka is searching for an Engineer with both technical and on-air programming experience. The Engineer assists in installation, maintenance and repair of studio, transmitter, and ancillary equipment to maintain competitive signals in the market while complying with all FCC technical requirements. Includes responsibility for local IT, telecommunications, and networking systems. This position may include on-air live or VT duties.

Requirements

• 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 3+ years in broadcast engineer or related field preferred

Nice To Haves

• 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 driver’s license and provide required proof of personal vehicle insurance

Responsibilities

• 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
• 24/7 on call

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree