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Chief Engineer - Omaha, NE

Employer: WOWT-TV

Job Description:

WOWT is looking for an experienced Engineer that can supervise the day-to-day operations of Engineering, Building Maintenance and IT Department. This includes Audio, Video, RF broadcast gear, and critical IT systems. This position is also responsible for facility maintenance and management. This includes all building and grounds maintenance needs, broadcast tower maintenance, and remote transmitter site maintenance. The Chief Engineer makes sure that all FCC rules and regulations are followed, and the station is in complete compliance with the FCC and FAA. This position reports directly to the station's general manager and there is room for growth within Gray Corporate engineering. The Chief Engineer interacts daily with local programming staff and will be responsible to follow all WOWT and FCC standards and guidelines. Repair technical equipment to the component level. Integration, maintenance and operation of new and existing equipment including towers, transmitters, microwave and satellite gear and tenant installations. Manage all engineering aspects of the technical facility including studio support, post editing systems, field production support and transmission of live/taped events & programs. Have expert knowledge regarding equipment, technology, and systems and be able to step in an assist in emergency situations. Understanding of both serial and IP communication. Oversight and maintenance of all station physical assets including buildings and grounds. Oversight of all broadcast and IT systems. Understanding and compliance of EAS standards and practices. Setup remote broadcasts on location.

Job Requirements

Qualified candidates must have an electrical engineering degree, FCC License and/or SBE certification is required. Minimum ten years’ experience in television broadcast engineering. Some management experience required. Must possess good interpersonal communications skills, both oral and written, and be fully computer literate. Comprehensive knowledge of core broadcast systems, on-air automation, television studio equipment, IOT transmitters as well knowledge of IT networks, computer maintenance and repair. Must be familiar with FCC rules and broadcast standards and with network routing and IP addressing. Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks based on station needs. Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds, occasional work on ladders. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in good standing. Be available “on call” 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for emergency engineering problems. Work in cooperation with all departments to achieve technical excellence and station profitability. Job Description is subject to change, and does include the right of management to add duties "as assigned

Job Details

Job Type:	Full Time
Number of Openings:	1
Wage:
Hours:
Job Category:	Electronics, Engineering

Contact Information

Andrea Westphal

3555 Farnam St
Omaha, NE 68131

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