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Station Chief Engineer, WPXA
Station Chief Engineer, WPXA
Apply locations Atlanta, GA time type Full time posted on Posted 12 Days Ago job requisition id JR034581
Scripps is hiring a Station Chief Engineer for our ION station in Atlanta! In this role, you'll lead and manage all day-to-day technical, operational, and administrative requirements of one of the Scripps Networks Station Group locations. You'll manage and maintain all broadcast equipment and systems used in the daily operation of the station as well as any ancillary systems used in the support and troubleshooting of technical issues as they arise.
WHAT YOU'LL DO :
- Manage and maintain all broadcast equipment / systems responsible for the daily on-air operation of the station; use RF engineering knowledge to maintain and repair all technical equipment in studio and transmitter facilities, satellite downlink / uplink, and microwave transmission systems.
- Manage and maintain all ancillary systems responsible for supporting the on-air operation, such as HVAC, networking, electrical, and mechanical.
- Exercise knowledge of FCC rules and regulations to protect the entity’s license.
- Proactively engage with necessary third parties to resolve technical issues in an expedited manner as they arise.
- Carry out troubleshooting as needed or escalate to Engineering Support for further diagnosis.
- Implement new engineering projects as directed by the Regional Director, Station Operations, Station Monitoring, or Engineering Support. Manage project(s) and report status to Regional Director, Station Operations as needed.
- 24 / 7 on-call availability to ensure continuous operation of the station.
- May be responsible for certain administrative duties related to business and operation transactions.
- Work closely with the Station Engineer / Technician in developing their knowledge and understanding of the various needs of the station as effective backup support staff.
- Coordinate and oversee training programs for Station Technicians and Engineers.
- Other duties as assigned.
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