DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Chiefs Radio Network Assistant Field Engineer

Department: Technical

Reporting To: Brand Manager

Employment Type: Part-Time

Work Arrangement: On-site

Job Description:

Audacy Kansas City is looking for an Assistant Field Engineer who is responsible for setup and tear down of broadcast equipment, connections back to the studios and sound quality optimization.

JOB EXPERIENCE

What You'll Do:

Minimum 1-3 years broadcast engineering experience
Hands-on FM, HD and AM transmitter experience
Ability to inspect, repair, and maintain all broadcast radio station equipment, including transmitters, antenna’s, satellite downlinks, automation system, studio equipment, remote equipment, generators, telephone system and related other equipment
Run and record remote broadcasts and operate remote equipment, such as Comrex Access, mixing boards, mic/instruments
Strong proven time management skills including ability to multitask in a multiple project environment
IT & Network knowledge and experience
Strong PC skills including proficiency in document, spreadsheet, and documentation software applications
Experience with Computer based audio storage system (WideOrbit/VoxPro preferred)
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.

REQUIREMENTS

Required & Preferred:

Excellent customer service and communication skills are critical
Basic knowledge of computers and IT systems is a must, including networking and proficiency with Google Workspace.
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
Strong verbal and writing communications skills
Knowledge of FCC Rules and Regulations
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; tall 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, Vox Pro, and Audio Over IP is highly desirable
Must have at least four years of college or technical school and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Availability to work various hours / days, including weekends and holidays

ADDITIONAL INFO

Audacy, Inc. (NYSE: AUD) is a scaled, multi-platform audio content and entertainment company with the country’s best radio broadcasting group, a leader in virtually every segment of audio, and America’s #1 creator of original, premium audio. Audacy engages over 170 million consumers each month, bringing people together around the news, sports, podcasts and music that matter to them. Learn more at www.audacyinc.com, Facebook (Audacy Corp) and Twitter (@AudacyCorp).

HOW TO APPLY

Please upload resume and apply at https://careers-audacy.icims.com/

https://careers-audacy.icims.com/jobs/7979/chiefs-radio-network-field-assistant-engineer/job