Broadcast Field Engineer

This is a Full Time Job

DESCRIPTION:

Job Title: Technical Engineer
Department: IT
Reporting To: Regional Director Technical Operations
Employment Type: Full Time

Location(s): San Francisco
Work Arrangement: On-Site

Overview:
Audacy San Francisco is seeking an experienced Broadcast Field Engineer. As a member of the team, you will be responsible for assisting in maintaining the proper operation of all broadcast systems and equipment, maintaining broadcast quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in broadcast technology, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities
What You'll Do:
• Assist the Chief Engineer in all aspects of site and transmission operations including broadcast equipment, control rooms, transmitters, and communication systems.
• Assist with the setup, configuration, and calibration of broadcast systems and equipment.
• Monitor broadcast signals to ensure the highest quality of audio. Implement quality control checks to meet broadcast standards.
• Perform regular maintenance on broadcast equipment to prevent downtime. Conduct repairs as necessary and arrange for equipment replacements or upgrades.
• Quickly identify and troubleshoot issues related to equipment and systems to minimize disruptions to our listeners.
• Provide training and support as needed to other team members.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations for broadcast quality, safety, and equipment use.

Qualifications
More About You:

Required:
• Minimum 3 years broadcast engineering experience
• Hands-on FM, HD and AM transmitter experience
• AM Directional Antenna experience
• Ability to inspect, repair, and maintain all broadcast radio station equipment, including transmitters, antennas, satellite downlinks, automation system, studio equipment, remote equipment, generators, telephone system and related other equipment
• Knowledge of FCC Rules and Regulations
• Strong verbal and writing communications skills
• Strong proven time management skills including ability to multitask.
• Networking knowledge and experience
• Experience with digital audio and audio streaming
• Assist with the maintenance and development of all aspects of technical facilities including studios, transmitters, telephone systems, satellite, STL, computers and data networks.
• A valid driver’s license, satisfactory completion of a motor vehicle record check, and, if the position requires the use of applicant’s own vehicle, proof of insurance, is required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently be required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Preferred:
• SBE Certification is preferred
• Experience with modern digital audio systems including Wide Orbit, News Boss, Audition and Livewire is highly desirable

Important Notes:
Please be aware that Audacy will never ask you to send money at any point during the hiring process. Communication from l