Staff Engineer

Cumulus Media New Holdings Inc. • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

CUMULUS MEDIA | Indianapolis is searching for a Staff Engineer. The Staff Engineer assists the engineering team in this fast-paced market with the installation, maintenance/repair of studio equipment, transmitting and ancillary equipment in order 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
• 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 1+ years in broadcast engineer or related field preferred
• Associates or technical degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field or equivalent level of experience
• Must possess valid state driver’s license and provide required proof of personal vehicle insurance

Nice To Haves

• SBE CBT and/or CBNT Certification a plus

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• Rotating on-call schedule

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