Job Category: Television Engineering/Technical Manager
Locations: Tustin, CA. 92780, Mt. Wilson, CA. 91023
Contact: Please send resume to resume@digitalglue.com to apply
Job Summary
The Transmitter Site Engineer will oversee the maintenance and operations of the DTV transmitter equipment at the station and transmitter remote sites. The position requires not only experience in engineering and television station operations, but also proven experience in the ability to communicate complex information to broadcast staff. The Site has solid-state transmitters, wireless internet STL, and the latest Burk remote control units for monitoring and control of sites.
Job Duties andResponsibilities
- Manages all aspects ofthe satellite uplink and terrestrial DTV station television transmitteroperations.
- Perform siteinspections and maintenance and respond to off the air emergencies.
- Provides timely/urgentresponse in resolving technical and operational problems including but notlimited to on an off-air situations, equipment, and transmitter issues24/7/365.
- Maintain,troubleshoot, install, and repair broadcast technical plant, equipment, andsystems, including transmitters, related equipment, remote control, studioequipment, telephone, digital transmission of a multi-site facility as well asstation equipment in station vehicles with little or no supervision.
- Use Radio Frequencyengineering knowledge to install, maintain, and repair all RF technicalequipment in studio and transmitter facilities, including digital transmitting equipment,directional antenna system, Studio to Transmitter Links (STL), and satelliteuplinks/downlinks, and microwave transmission systems.
- Ensures stationcompliance with rules and regulations applicable to FCC, local, state, andfederal, laws.
- Implements recenttechnologies and technical infrastructure for the station.
- Manages engineeringand technology capital projects to the established budgets
- Coordinates outsidevendor services and maintains station equipment utilizing broadcast informationtechnology systems.
- Repairs and maintainsstation building infrastructures or collaborates with vendors and FacilitiesDepartment as needed.
- Communicates with andcoordinates equipment maintenance and training with vendors/contractors.
- Have and utilizeworking knowledge of PC's, networking, routers, switches, operating systems,network security and Microsoft applications software such as Word, Excel,Outlook, Access Database and PowerPoint.
- Use comprehensiveknowledge of basic electronic theory for troubleshooting to the system andboards to the component level where applicable.
- Implement newengineering projects as needed.
- Be a forward-thinkingcontributor to the station for the Engineering department. Anticipate andcommunicate future needs.
- Responsible for themaintenance of all aspects of transmitter site, towers, and facility.
- Document equipment andwiring systems, using software as well as manual drafting.
- Maintain an accurateinventory of the equipment at the station, transmitter sites, and remote vehicles.
- Attend Emergency AlertSystem committee meetings and follow local, state, and national discussionsabout public warnings
- Perform other dutiesas assigned or needed.
Budgets and Capital
- Develop, prepare, andimplement operating and capital expense budgets and special projects.
- Obtain and verifyquotes for projects and/or recurring service by outside vendors and contractorsas needed.
- Recommend capital andexpense purchases to Management.
Knowledge, Skills, andAbilities
Must have:
- Knowledge of FCC rulesand regulations.
- PC skills includingproficiency with Microsoft Office applications; IT & Network skills onbroadcast related, IP based applications, networking, hardware maintenance, andsome programming.
- Ability to work onboth IP based broadcast equipment and legacy broadcast equipment
- Strong troubleshootingskills.
- Candidate must be motivatedand enthusiastic about the Television Broadcast industry.
- Ability to evaluatefaulty electronic equipment and circuits to locate defects and apply knowledgeof electronic systems to diagnose causes of malfunction and affect repairs
- Ability to multitaskand prioritize workload under deadlines in a demanding environment; canescalate appropriately.
- Ability to read and interprettechnical documentation and schematic diagrams.
Requirements
- Associate Degree in Electronics, Communications, or equivalent combination of education and work-related experience preferred.
- Minimum five years' experience with a television broadcasting environment, preferably 1000kW elliptically polarized directional antenna experience.
- Ability to provide clear and concise communication, both verbal and written.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational skills, and willingness to assist others.
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Strong mindfulness and accuracy in all aspects of the position.
- Ability to work extended hours, as needed i.e., weekend, evening and holidays.
- Available for emergency response 24/7/365, as needed. Vacation/Sick relief is available.
- Function as a responder for station disaster recovery.
- Have valid state driver’s license, acceptable driving record.
- A background check is required.
Other Transmitter SiteEngineer Duties and Responsibilities
- Implement technicalengineering directives from Senior Management.
- Participate in budgetpreparation and policy, procedures, and goal setting.
- Provide information tosupervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form,e-mail, or in person.
- Confer with otherdepartmental heads to coordinate activities.
- Provide advice andassistance to senior management in the planning, implementation, and evaluationof modification to existing operations and procedures.
- Monitor networkcommunications for advisories concerning daily program schedules, programcontent, special feeds, or program changes.
- Perform miscellaneousjob-related duties as assigned or needed.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
- Must be able to standand sit for extended periods of time.
- Must be able tofrequently reach.
- Must be able to occasionallyclimb.
- Must be able tofrequently work outdoors in all weather conditions and work indoors inenvironmentally controlled conditions.
- Must be able to lift,operate and work on equipment weighing up to fifty pounds.
The above statementsare intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performedby individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be anexhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required ofpersonnel so classified.
Please note that any job offer is contingent upon your providing verification that you have been fully vaccinated (at least 14 days have passed since receiving final dose of vaccine) against COVID-19. Job offers will be withdrawn (regardless of whether you have already signed) if this condition is not satisfied. Unless and until this step has been completed, you should not resign your current employment, otherwise alter your employment status, or alter any personal circumstances in reliance on a conditional offer. DigitalGlue is committed to providing equal opportunity and does not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by law. If there is a medical or religious reason you believe you cannot comply with this requirement, please discuss with Human Resources during your interview process.
DigitalGlue believes that diversity contributes to a more enriched collective perspective and a better decision-making process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
