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Sinclair Broadcast Group

Assistant Chief Engineer

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Schenectady, New York, United States, 12309

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WRGB/WCWN has an excellent career opportunity for a full-time Assistant Chief Engineer.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Supervise maintenance and repair of cameras, video production switchers, audio equipment, video routers, automation/editing systems, video server systems, graphic systems, monitors and display systems, receivers, transmitters.

Provide additional support and resource subject matter expertise in the absence of the Chief Engineer to all staff including leadership and location personnel

PC hardware/software support of on-site installation, service, troubleshooting, and repairing of workstations

Replace or adjust defective and/or improperly functioning equipment

Manage news and engineering vehicle fleet

Manage building maintenance and scheduling of maintenance

Cyber Security administration support for servers and network services

LAN and WAN related hardware and software maintenance

Knowledge of facility specific IT needs and assist in supporting these systems

Provide support for the technical needs of the News Department

Provide first response support as needed to maintain live news broadcasts

Responds to trouble calls with broadcast or computer equipment

Assist with video equipment set-up and maintenance

Provide transmitter maintenance and support

Perform physical inventory of equipment

Other duties as may be assigned

Other Qualifications and Requirements:

Technical degree in electronics or a related field, or an equivalent of work and educational experience

5 years of related broadcast experience

A great team-oriented attitude and dedication to quality

Dedication to quality and upholding FCC regulations

Hold a valid driver's license with clean driving record

Proficiency in troubleshooting problems and responding quickly under pressure

Ability to work on ladders, and lift equipment up to 50 pounds

Be able to work effectively with other departments receiving and communicating instructions via email, phone, or in person

Be able to read and understand technical materials

Experience working with computers, servers, and network switches

Familiarity with Ross and Avid related software and hardware products a plus

SBE certification is preferred

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

Must be able to work a flexible schedule

On-call duty, including weekends and holidays

Ability to lift computers and equipment generally less than 50 pounds

The base salary compensation range for this role is $60,000 to $80,000. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates’ relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan.

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Sinclair

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 .

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.

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.