Lead Technician

This description•Fort Worth, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Technician will work on various engineering projects including assisting in all areas of technical support, design, maintenance, and operations of SkyCam systems both in house and in the field. SkyCam® is a leading designer, manufacturer, and operator of mobile aerial cameras systems. SkyCam plays a significant role in changing the way live sporting events are broadcast. If you are enthusiastic about joining a dynamic team and contributing to cutting-edge projects in the world of sports entertainment, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

Minimum High School Diploma
Requires a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience, preferably in media, broadcasting, production industry
Proficient in the use of MS Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook.
Skilled in the use of computer networks, serial communications, and RF
Electrically and mechanically inclined, proficient with hand tools and electrical test equipment.
Strong attention to detail.
Possesses good analytical and creative skills.
Strong communications skills and eagerness to collaborate with a variety of individuals.
Comfort with working in a rapidly changing environment and open to innovative ideas.
Ability to work extended hours, nights, weekends, and Holidays is a must
Extensive domestic and international travel; must possess or able to obtain US Passport.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred (AS or Technical School acceptable).

Responsibilities

Works in the SkyCam Shop under direction of the CTO to test, prepare, repair, maintain, kit, and deploy SkyCam systems.
Extensive electronics, electrical, and computer knowledge to troubleshoot failure and repairs across complex systems.
Ability to isolate, identify, repair, and certify failures at the board level.
Works under the direction of the CTO regarding the deployment of the system and the maintenance and repair of the systems.
Interfaces with CTO on matters of engineering and shop operations as they directly pertain to field operations and safety.
Supports operations in the shop and reports to the Fort Worth facility.
Typical tasks may include general maintenance, testing, and system prep.
Other duties might include R&D, design, etc. as assigned.
Capable of in the shop/field repairs and directing other crew members with the setup and operation of the equipment.
Familiar with the operation of all necessary tools and the various pieces and parts to assemble and rig the system.
At times, acts as on-site leader for equipment and crew at an event, and a point of contact for other crews/EICs in the field.
Interfaces directly with the client, venue operator, or other crew leaders to ensure safe and proper installation.
Provides guidance to and mentoring of SkyCam crew.
Trains EICs, E2s, Riggers, Pilots and Operators both on job sites and at the Fort Worth facility.
On call for field trouble issues, coordinating with the CTO as required.
Report and directly communicate all equipment issues and recommendations to the CTO.
Participates in various meetings as required, such as staff, operational and organizational meetings.
Other duties as requested/required.