Assistant Engineer - Cumulus Media New Holdings Inc.

Company Overview:

Who We Are

 

CUMULUS MEDIA | INDIANAPOLIS is the largest radio group in the state and currently features six radio stations in the Indianapolis area and surrounding counties: Active Rock 93.9 WNDX-FM, Country 95.5 WFMS-FM, CHR 99.5 WZPL-FM, Classic Hits 104.5 WJJK-FM, Hot AC 107.9 WNTR-FM and Sports 1430 WXNT-AM.  The cluster of six radio stations reaches thousands of listeners daily.     

 

Position Overview:

We are actively searching for an Assistant Engineer. The Assistant Engineer assists the engineering team in this fast-paced market with the installation, maintenance/repair of studio equipment, transmitting and ancillary equipment in order to maintain competitive signals in the market while complying with all FCC technical requirements.  Includes: assisting with telecommunications, computer and networking systems.

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications:

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintains radio station operations through preventative and corrective maintenance
• Follows routine maintenance procedures and schedules for electronic equipment 
• Follows routine maintenance procedures and schedules for studios and radio tower sites
• Performs necessary measurements of electronic equipment performance
• Installs and performs maintenance on mixing consoles, automation servers, audio routers, recording equipment, microphones, digital audio systems, transmitters, antennas, control systems, remote equipment, etc.
• Assists with maintenance and support of computer networks, servers, workstations and related systems
• Provide coverage in the absence of other engineering staff
• Rotating on call
• Tracking of vehicle fleet maintenance
• Facility HVAC knowledge and operational maintenance

Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of all applicable FCC rules and regulations preferred
• Computer literacy in or the desire to lean applicable software packages which may include (Microsoft OS and Office Suite, OpX automation, etc.)
• Ability to troubleshoot broadcast equipment to the component level preferred
• Ability to assist in troubleshooting and repairing AM and FM transmitting facilities
• Knowledge of electrical systems and the UPS and standby generators
• Troubleshoot HVAC systems problems and minor maintenance as needed
• Knowledge of telephone systems including POTS, ISDN, T1, DSL and PRI circuits, and VOIP
• Interact with management and staff at all levels
• Ability to multi-task and handle pressures and deadlines and skills in prioritizing
• May be required to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders is required
• Minimum 2+ years in broadcast engineering or related field

Education and Licensing:

• Associates or technical degree in Information Technology or related field or equivalent level of experience
• SBE Certification a plus
• Must possess valid state driver’s license and provide required proof of personal vehicle insurance

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Focused, responsible and collaborative work environment with the ability, to ask “what if” and try innovative solutions
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance coverage
• 401K with company match
• Paid Vacation, Sick & Holiday time off
• Parental leave time off benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, wellness, and an employee referral bonus program

 

For immediate consideration, please visit https://jobs.cumulusmedia.com/jobs
For more information about Cumulus Media, visit our website at: https://www.cumulusmedia.com/

 

 

 

EEO Statement:

CUMULUS MEDIA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).