Staff Engineer

Cumulus Media New Holdings Inc.•Indianapolis, IN

14d•$48,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

CUMULUS MEDIA | INDIANAPOLIS/KOKOMO/MUNCIE is searching for a Staff Engineer. The Staff Engineer assists the engineering team in these fast-paced markets with the installation, maintenance/repair of studio equipment, transmitting and ancillary equipment to maintain competitive signals in the markets while complying with all FCC technical requirements. Includes: assisting with telecommunications, computer and networking systems.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Working knowledge of applicable FCC rules and regulations preferred
Computer literacy in or the desire to learn applicable software packages which may include (Microsoft OS, MS Office Suite, and radio automation software, etc.)
Ability to troubleshoot electronic equipment to the component level preferred
Ability to assist in troubleshooting and repairing AM and FM transmitting facilities
Knowledge of electrical systems, UPS and generators
Knowledge of telephone systems such as POTS, ISDN, T1, DSL and PRI circuits, and VOIP
Interact with management and staff at all levels
Ability to multi-task and handle pressures and deadlines and skills in prioritizing
May be required to lift 50 pounds
Ability to climb stairs and ladders
Minimum 1+ years in broadcast engineering or related field
Associates or technical degree in Information Technology or related field or equivalent level of experience
Must possess valid state driver’s license and pass a background check including a satisfactory driving record

Nice To Haves

SBE Certification a plus

Responsibilities

Maintains radio station operations through preventative and corrective maintenance
Follows routine maintenance procedures and schedules for electronic equipment
Follows routine maintenance procedures and schedules for studios and radio tower sites
Performs necessary measurements of electronic equipment performance
Installs and performs maintenance on mixing consoles, automation servers, audio routers, recording equipment, microphones, digital audio systems, transmitters, antennas, control systems, remote equipment, etc.
Assists with maintenance and support of computer networks, servers, workstations and related systems
Provide coverage in the absence of other engineering staff
Rotating on call
Tracking of vehicle fleet maintenance
Facility HVAC knowledge and operational maintenance