Regional Engineer

iHeartMedia • Chicago, IL

2d • $38 - $48 • Onsite

About The Position

iHeartMedia is seeking an experienced Broadcast Transmission Engineer to maintain digital and traditional radio broadcasting systems and related equipment for optimal transmission and broadcast performance. The role supports broadcast operations and company-owned sites within the market, including desktop computer equipment for internal users. It involves responding to outages and technical problems, performing diagnostics and repairs, documenting maintenance, and assisting with equipment installation, training, and support. Periodic travel to other iHeartMedia locations is required. Occasional night and weekend work is expected, and the engineer must be on call and available to respond 24-7. This is a full-time, hourly position based in Chicago, Illinois.

Requirements

• Previous radio broadcast experience is required.
• An associate degree or higher in a technical field, or equivalent experience, is required.
• Ability to climb ladders, work in small spaces, and lift 50 pounds.
• Valid state driver’s license and an excellent driving record.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance.
• Professional written and oral communication and personable daily interaction.

Nice To Haves

• SBE certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain digital broadcasting systems and related equipment for optimum transmission and broadcast performance.
• Maintain traditional radio and digital broadcast systems and equipment, including RF switchers, transmitters, transceivers, studio consoles, and associated audio equipment.
• Respond to equipment outages, malfunctions, and related technical problems.
• Conduct routine diagnostic testing, repair, and replacement of equipment used for radio station broadcasts.
• Assist clients, fellow technicians, and service personnel with installation, training, and support for software, hardware, and third-party peripheral components, including file servers, commercial-grade workstations, networking switches, NICs, monitors, KVMs, and radio equipment.
• Document equipment maintenance, repairs, and replacements.
• Make decisions about test equipment, parts, and tools needed for maintenance and repair.
• Install, maintain, and support desktop computer equipment for internal users and company-owned sites within the market.
• Travel periodically to other iHeartMedia locations to assist with equipment installation or troubleshooting.
• Work occasional nights and weekends and remain on call and available to respond 24-7.
• Provide service-oriented support and interact daily with executive management and programming and sales departments.

Benefits

• Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance with a variety of coverage options.
• Company-provided and supplemental life insurance.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Paid company holidays.
• A Spirit day that encourages and allows employees to volunteer in their community.
• 401K plan.
• Employee Assistance Program at no cost, including telephonic counseling and consultation on legal, financial, emotional well-being, family, and caregiving matters.
• Additional voluntary programs, including spending accounts, student loan refinancing, and accident insurance.

What This Job Offers

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