Regional Broadcast Engineer

iHeart

Media, the number one audio company in America, reaches 90% of Americans every month – a monthly audience that’s twice the size of any other audio company and almost four times the size of the largest ad‑supported music streaming service.

At iHeart, our Broadcast Engineers play a critical role in keeping our stations on the air and sounding great every day. We’re seeking a Broadcast Engineer to support and maintain technical broadcast systems for the Eau Claire, WI and Rochester, MN markets, working hands‑on with analog and digital equipment. This role partners closely with on‑air, programming, and sales teams to ensure reliable, high‑quality broadcasts across both locations.

• Maintain analog and digital broadcast systems and equipment, including broadcast transmitters, studio consoles, satellite receivers, audio processors, site remote control, and other audio equipment.
• Respond to outages, malfunctions, and related technical problems.
• Conduct testing, repair, and replacement of all equipment used for radio station broadcasting.
• Occasionally work on PCs, network switches, SDWAN hardware, desktop hardware, and some software support (you will not be the sole IT support for the markets).
• Document equipment maintenance, repair, and replacements.
• Use test equipment, parts, and related tools needed for maintenance and repair.
• Travel to other iHeart
  
  Media locations to assist in equipment installation or troubleshooting.
• Work nightly and on weekends as needed; be on‑call and available to respond 24/7.
• Communicate effectively with on‑air staff, programming, and sales departments.

• Previous Broadcast Engineering experience (required).
• Associate degree or greater in a technical field, or equivalent experience (required).
• Possession of SBE certification is a plus.
• Ability to climb ladders, work in small spaces, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Personal vehicle – preferably a 4x4 to access transmitter sites in the immediate region. Mileage will be paid.
• Valid state driver’s license and a clean driving record.

• Respect for others and a strong belief in mutual respect.
• Expertise to conceive and communicate original ideas.
• A growth mindset with knowledge sharing and mentorship within the team.
• Open communication about complex ideas to encourage a broad point of view.
• Strong desire for collaboration between teams.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to continuous process improvement for overall team effectiveness.
• Advanced problem‑solving techniques.

Salary to be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job‑related qualifications, and alignment with market data. $32.80 – $41.00 hourly.

Eau Claire, WI: 619 Cameron St, 54703

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 volunteering in the community.
• 401(k) plan.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost.
• Range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance, and more.

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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.