Chief Engineer

Overview:

Salem Media Group in Denver, CO has an excellent opportunity for a Chief Engineer . Our radio cluster is currently searching for a Chief Engineer who exemplifies leadership, achievement, and team spirit. Performs equipment maintenance and installation activities in the radio recording studios and live broadcast control rooms to ensure technical quality of sound for programs originating in the studio from syndications or from remote pickup points.

Responsibilities:

1. Takes transmitter readings and maintains transmitter logs. Monitor overall technical operation of the station(s) to ensure compliance with FCC, Federal, EPA, OSHA, and State and local regulation.
2. Candidate must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays on occasion.
3. Maintenance of equipment at facilities.

Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) with additional electronic technician specialized training; five years’ experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Knowledge of RF and AM/FM Transmitters and associated remote control systems required.
3. Knowledge of and ability to test and ensure back-up power generator systems operational. Support IT Team with troubleshooting and installations.
4. Wide Orbit, Axia livewire System, repair of audio broadcast consoles and audio recording equipment, and TELCO systems and remote transmitter monitoring equipment is a plus.
5. Knowledge of directional and non-directional AM Arrays.

Benefits:

1. Competitive pay structure based on experience.
2. Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
3. 401k retirement plan.
4. Paid holidays and vacation time.

Compensation:

Salary Range: $90,000/year

EEO Statement:

Come see how Salem is DIFFERENT and why we’ve been certified as a “Great Place To Work” and as a “Best and Brightest” equal opportunity employer.