Alabama Broadcast Engineer

What We Need

We're seeking an experienced Broadcast Transmission Engineer to maintain our digital broadcasting electronic systems.

• Maintain overall digital broadcasting electronic systems and related equipment for optimum transmission/broadcast performance.
• Maintain traditional radio and digital broadcasting electronic systems and equipment, including RF switchers, transmitters, transceivers, studio consoles and associated audio equipment.
• Respond to equipment outages, malfunctions and related technical problems.
• Conduct routine diagnostic testing, repair and replacement of all equipment used for radio station broadcasts.
• Assist clients, fellow technicians and service personnel in the installation, training and support of software, hardware and related third‑party peripheral components, including file servers, commercial‑grade workstations, networking switches, NICs, monitors, KVMs and radio equipment.
• Document equipment maintenance, repair and replacements.
• Make decisions about test equipment, parts and related tools needed for maintenance and repair.
• Install, maintain and support desktop computer equipment for internal users as well as company‑owned sites within the market.
• Travel periodically to other iHeart
  
  Media locations to assist in equipment installation or troubleshooting.
• Perform occasional night and weekend work; be on‑call and available to respond 24‑7.
• Provide service‑oriented work requiring excellent written and oral communication, and daily personable interaction with executive management, programming and sales departments.

• Previous radio broadcast experience (required).
• Associate degree or greater in a technical field or equivalent experience (required).
• SBE certification (a plus).
• Ability to climb ladders, work in small spaces and lift 50 pounds.
• Valid state driver’s license and excellent driving record.

• Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do the same.
• Full proficiency and understanding of job function.
• Open communication with colleagues and direct reports that encourages collaboration and team consensus.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• Efficiency with independent work under minimal guidance.
• Commitment to process improvement for overall team effectiveness.
• Professional communication that stresses diplomacy, empathy and patience.

Birmingham, AL: 1143 1st Ave S, 35233

Regular

Full time

Hourly

• Employer‑sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options.
• Company‑provided and supplemental life insurance.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Paid company holidays.
• A Spirit day to encourage and allow employees to volunteer in their community.
• A 401(k) plan.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well‑being, family and caregiving.
• A range of additional voluntary programs such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

Non‑Compete will be required for certain positions and as allowed by law.

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