Chief Engineer

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

WJAC in Johnstown, PA is seeking a Chief Engineer to oversee all engineering functions, plan equipment installations, and manage budgetary recommendations. Responsibilities include training and hiring engineers, supervising maintenance of IT and broadcast systems, ensuring software licenses and FCC compliance, and coordinating with corporate leadership on security.

Candidates should have at least 5 years in broadcast engineering, be able to lift 50 lbs, hold a technical electronics degree, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in broadcast electrical systems and equipment maintenance.
• Experience training and managing technicians.
• Proficiency in evaluating, troubleshooting, installing and maintaining broadcast equipment and IT systems.
• Must hold a valid driver's license.
• Ability to work flexible shifts including extended hours, weekends and evenings.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Technical degree in electronics or related field.
• SBE and A+ certifications preferred.

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 LAN applications.
• Ensure software licenses and all software versions are up to date.
• Supervise preventive maintenance and/or troubleshooting of broadcast equipment.
• Supervise and/or perform transmitter maintenance.
• Coordinate with Corporate leadership to ensure security and FCC compliance.

Skills

Broadcast electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Staff training and management

FCC compliance

Driver's license

Shift flexibility

Lifting heavy equipment

Electronics degree

Education

Technical degree in electronics or related field

SBE certification

A+ certification

Tools

SBE certification

A+ certification

Job description

WJAC is looking for a Chief Engineer!

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
• Work with Corporate leadership to ensure security and FCC compliance

What 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 preferred

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.