Chief Engineer

Company: Sinclair Broadcast Group
Location: Mount Pleasant
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

WCIV--is seeking a Chief Engineer to oversee all engineering functions of the station. A qualified candidate will coordinate or perform maintenance of computer and broadcast equipment of the television broadcasting station.Responsibilities:* Oversee all engineering functions of the station, including, planning of future equipment installations, requirements, and budgetary recommendations* Manage training and hiring processes for engineering staff* Supervise maintenance of computer software, hardware, and local area network applications* Ensure software license compliance and all software versions are up to date* Supervise preventive maintenance and/or troubleshooting of broadcast electronical equipment, including but not limited to, cameras, audio and video equipment, microwave transmitters and receivers, satellite receivers, and computing equipment* Supervise and/or perform transmitter maintenance* Respond to trouble calls with broadcast or computer equipment (sometimes after regular hours and on weekends)* Work with Corporate leadership to ensure security and FCC complianceWhat skills do you need to be successful in our role?* A minimum of 5 years' experience in broadcast electrical system and equipment maintenance* Experience training and managing technicians with a positive and constructive attitude* Proficiency in evaluating, troubleshooting, installing, and maintaining broadcast equipment and IT systems* Dedication to quality and time management while upholding to all FCC regulations* Hold a valid driver's license* Must be flexible to accommodate shift changes including extended hours, weekends, and evenings* Ability to work on ladders, stand for long periods of time, and lift computers or equipment up to 50 lbs.* Technical degree in electronics or a related field, or an equivalent of work and educational experience* SBE certification and A+ certification is preferredSinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace!About UsMake your mark in Media with Sinclair Broadcast Group, a diversified media company dedicated to connecting people with content everywhere! We have consistently led the broadcast industry since our inception, and now Sinclair owns the largest regional sports network business and one of the largest television broadcast portfolios in the country. Also, we have affiliations with all of the major broadcast networks, our own Tennis Channel, and several multicast networks including TBD and Comet. Our content is distributed over-the-air, on multi-video providers, and through our industry-leading digital media platforms. We also recently launched a free TV streaming service called STIRR. Our success is the direct result of our extraordinary employees and management team who believe in our vision and are dedicated to ensuring a great future for our employees. We are advancing the world of Media and want YOU to join our winning team!About the TeamThe life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.

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