Technical Engineer
Role 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.
Key Skills for This Role
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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.
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, antenna’s, 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
Preferred:
SBE Certification is preferred
Experience with modern digital audio systems including Wide Orbit, News Boss, Audition and Livewire is highly desirable
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
Please be aware that Audacy will never ask you to send money at any point during the hiring process. Communication from legitimate Audacy representatives will only come from email addresses ending in @audacy.com . If you receive any suspicious requests or communications, please verify their authenticity before responding.
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Audacy is a leading audio content and entertainment company. As champions of audio, we connect with people in the moments that matter — delivering trusted local news, passionate sports and your favorite music across 220+ radio stations, premium podcasts, live events and digital experiences that reach more than 200 million listeners every month. We create compelling content, foster deeply engaged audiences and deliver outcomes that matter for advertisers. Learn more at www.audacyinc.com and join the conversation on LinkedIn , X , Facebook and Instagram .
Audacy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Audacy affords equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, religion or religious creed, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Consistent with our commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance in applying electronically for a position with Audacy, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. To request a reasonable accommodation for this purpose, please call 1-610-660-5614 . Please note that this phone number is to be used solely to request an accommodation with respect to the online application process. Calls for any other reason will not be returned. Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.
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