Assistant Chief Engineer

Quality Control Specialist - Pest Control; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company seeks an Assistant Chief Engineer in Harrisburg to lead the engineering team. The role includes maintaining equipment, troubleshooting, and providing technical support for broadcasting. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in related fields and are adept at solving technical challenges.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related broadcast experience.
• On-the-job training in repairing transmitters.
• Ability to lift 40-50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Act as subject matter expert for equipment and technology.
• Provide transmitter support and maintenance.
• Implement and maintain engineering systems.

Skills

Problem-solving

Troubleshooting

Network/Wiring

Education

Degree in technology, information systems, computer science, electrical engineering or similar

Tools

Microsoft Operating Systems

Linux Operating Systems

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Have you always had a knack for problem-solving? Are you the type of person who enjoys being hands-on and also doesn't mind taking a break every now and then to coach another teammate towards perfecting their craft? Our team needs YOU to continue to elevate our engineering team. The Assistant Chief Engineer plays an imperative role as the go-between resource for the engineering team, leadership, and the location's personnel. We need a dynamic team lead to help grow the impact of our engineering team!

What you can expect working as an Assistant Chief Engineer:

• To work with a team focused on meaningful relationships
• A high-energy environment
• A chance to work on a team supported, influenced & led by some of the Broadcast Industry's leading innovators
• Related on-the-job experience
• To work at the TV station regularly & to travel with the News team routinely
• Daily opportunities to learn the art of how-to (re)prioritize
• The station's obstacles and challenges are your challenges
• The possibility of unexpected and/or late-night calls for engineering-emergencies at the station
• Act as the subject matter expert and point of contact for all things related to equipment and technology at the location, as well as stay up-to-date on new industry standards
• Provide additional support and resource subject matter expertise in the absence of the Chief Engineer to all staff (including leadership and location personnel, and the onsite Engineering team)
• Support and assist the News department in maintaining must-have for live production
• Implement, install & maintain engineering systems and provide end-user support across all departments
• Provide transmitter support
• Replace or adjust defective and/or improperly functioning equipment
• Networking / Wiring
• Administrative "musts" (i.e., tracking and organizing department-related budget information)

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of related broadcast experience
• On-the-job and/or formal training repairing transmitters
• Valid & unencumbered driver's license
• Knowledge and competency in core hardware and computer system technologies, including installation, configuration, diagnosing, preventive maintenance and LAN/WAN networking
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft, and Linux operating systems
• Proficiency in troubleshooting problems and responding quickly under pressure
• Work experience, education, and/or formal training/certification in one or more of an engineering-related fields (e.g., technology; information systems; computer science; electrical engineering and/or electronics).
• Ability to lift 40-50 lbs.

Bonus points for...

• Previous experience as a Master Control Operator
• Familiarity with FCC regulations
• Engineering-related certifications

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

ABOUT US

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The 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.