WCTI/WYDO 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

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.