Regional Engineer

iHeartMedia; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 45,047 - 56,302; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401K plan

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

A leading digital broadcasting company is seeking an experienced Regional Engineer for the Seattle market. This role involves maintaining digital and traditional broadcasting systems, responding to technical issues, and ensuring optimal performance. Candidates should have prior radio broadcast engineering experience, and the ability to work independently. The position offers a salary range of $32.70 - $40.87 per hour and includes comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• Previous radio broadcast experience is required.
• SBE certification is a plus.
• Valid state driver's license and excellent driving record.

Responsibilities

• Maintain digital broadcasting electronic systems for optimal performance.
• Respond to equipment malfunctions and technical problems.
• Document equipment maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Radio broadcast engineering

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Associate degree or greater in a technical field

Job description

Job Overview

We’re seeking an experienced Regional Engineer to maintain our digital broadcasting electronic systems in the Seattle market. Qualified candidates should have radio broadcast engineering experience, be self-driven, and work independently as well as collaboratively with the PNW Region Engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain overall digital broadcasting electronic systems and related equipment for optimum transmission/broadcast performance
• Maintain traditional radio and digital broadcasting electronic systems and equipment, including, but not limited to, RF switchers, transmitters, transceivers, studio consoles and associated audio equipment
• Respond to equipment outages, malfunctions and related technical problems
• Conduct routine diagnostic testing, repair and replacement of all equipment used for radio station broadcasts
• Assist clients, fellow technicians and service personnel in the installation, training and support of software, hardware and related third‑party peripheral components, including, but not limited to, file servers, commercial‑grade workstations, networking switches, NICs, monitors, KVMs and radio equipment
• Document equipment maintenance, repair and replacements
• Make decisions about test equipment, parts and related tools needed for use in maintenance and repair
• Install, maintain and support desktop computer equipment for internal users as well as company‑owned sites within market
• Periodic travel to other iHeartMedia locations to assist in equipment installation or troubleshooting
• Occasional night and weekend work is expected and must be on‑call and available to respond 24‑7
• Service‑oriented work requiring excellent written and oral communication, as well as daily and personable interaction with executive management, programming and sales departments

Qualifications

• Previous radio broadcast experience is required
• Associate degree or greater in a technical field or equivalent experience is required
• SBE certification is a plus
• Ability to climb ladders, work in small spaces and have the ability to lift 50 pounds
• Valid state driver’s license and an excellent driving record

What You’ll Bring

• Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return
• Full proficiency and understanding of job function
• Open communication with colleagues and direct reports that encourages collaboration and team consensus
• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Efficiency with independent work under minimal guidance
• Commitment to process improvement for overall team effectiveness
• Professional communication that stresses diplomacy, empathy and patience

Compensation

Salary to be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job‑related qualifications, and alignment with market data.

$32.70 - $40.87

Location

Seattle, WA: 645 Elliott Avenue West, Suite 400, 98119

Position Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Pay Type

Hourly

Benefits

• Employer‑sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options
• Company‑provided and supplemental life insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid company holidays
• A Spirit day to encourage and allow employees to more easily volunteer in their community
• A 401K plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well‑being, family and caregiving
• A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal‑opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.