Job Description
The Studio/Maintenance Engineer is responsible for maintenance of broadcast and technology related equipment at the studio and general maintenance of the main studio/station.
- Oversee, maintain, and repair broadcast, and signal distribution systems.
- Provide maintenance services to the main Studio Broadcast facilities and venues.
- Participate in evaluating, selecting, installing, servicing, documenting, and maintaining broadcast equipment and information technology systems in the studio.
- Help implement new technologies and technical infrastructure for the facility.
- Work closely with management and co-workers to meet company objectives.
- Interface with outside vendors for repairs or upgrades on systems.
- Understand and assist in compliance with rules and regulations applicable to FCC, local, state, and federal laws.
- Maintain the building and grounds of the studio and interact with vendors from outside the company for advanced maintenance needs.
- 2nd shift 2pm-11pm
- Other duties as needed.
Requirements & Skills :
- Previous broadcast engineering experience and building maintenance preferred.
- Experience operating, troubleshooting, and repairing electronic broadcast equipment preferred.
- Basic knowledge of AC and DC power systems and test equipment preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Good hand dexterity, ability to climb ladders, work in tight spots, lift minimum 50 lbs.
- Polite composure under stress is required.
- Basic knowledge and experience using hand and power tools.
- Knowledge of common business software applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook) a plus.
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- This position will require occasional weekend and holiday work, along with overtime as situations demand.
- On-Call rotation once trained.
- Excellent communication and critical thinking skills, both oral and written with the ability to prioritize issues .
- Valid driver’s license: Some on-site troubleshooting.
- ‘Can Do’ attitude, desire to learn new skills consistent with good engineering/IT practices.
- Basic understanding of technical drawings and documents.
- Must be able to work independently, as well as collaboratively with other team members.