Assistant Chief Engineer Lockwood Broadcast Group - WFXG

Georgia Association of Broadcasters; Augusta (GA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

Augusta TV LLC, WFXG FOX54 is seeking an in-house broadcast engineer to support the Chief Engineer in maintaining WFXG’s transmission systems and to serve as assistant FCC Chief Operator. Responsibilities include RF equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and ensuring FCC rule compliance.

The role requires at least 3 years of broadcast television experience, a high school diploma, and willingness to undergo a pre-employment drug screen and background check. On-call availability is required.

Qualifications

• Broadcast television experience preferred.
• Experience with RF transmission equipment is desirable.
• Pre-employment drug screen, driving record and background check required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain RF transmission equipment and assist Chief Engineer in maintenance of broadcast systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electronic broadcast equipment to component level.
• Ensure compliance with FCC technical rules including EAS and transmitter control systems.
• Provide on-call emergency support for the facility.
• Assist with planning, design, and installation of new broadcast electronic and computer systems.

Skills

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical repair

Education

High school or equivalent

Job description

Summary of Duties

Responsible for performing and assisting the Chief Engineer in the maintenance of all broadcast equipment in the WFXG transmission systems. Duties also include serving as the assistant FCC Chief Operator.

Role and Responsibilities

Perform maintenance of all RF transmission equipment in the WFXG broadcast systems. This includes troubleshooting and repair of electronic broadcast equipment to the component level.

Responsible for all electronic maintenance at the WFXG transmitter plant.

Serve as assistant FCC Chief Operator for WFXG. Responsible for compliance with FCC technical rules including EAS and transmitter remote control systems.

Assist with maintenance of WFXG RF equipment including microwave equipment, weather radar, and the station vehicles. Also includes assistance with the maintenance of various switchers, remote control, monitoring/test equipment, and DTV equipment.

Assist Chief Engineer with planning and design of new and replacement broadcast electronic and computer systems.

Install new equipment into existing plant systems. Perform equipment tests for technical compliance after installation is complete.

Support and assist all other departments’ technical needs to ensure departmental and station goals are achieved.

Assist viewers with off-air or cable signal reception issues. Diagnose problem and recommend solution.

Must be available for on-call emergencies.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule

Monday to Friday

On call

Education

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience

Broadcast television: 3 years (Required)

Augusta TV LLC, WFXG FOX54 is a proud member of the Lockwood Broadcast Group.

Pre-employment drug screen, driving record and background check required.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.