Engineering Director

Sinclair Broadcast Group
United States, Tennessee, Nashville
Dec 07, 2024
WZTV/WUXP is looking for a Director of Engineering! Responsibilities: Oversee all engineering functions of the station, including, planning of future equipment installations, requirements, and budgetary recommendations Oversees Master Control Operators Manage training and hiring processes for engineering staff Supervise maintenance of computer software, hardware, and local area network applications Ensure software license compliance and all software versions are up to date Supervise preventive maintenance and/or troubleshooting of broadcast electronical equipment, including but not limited to, cameras, audio and video equipment, microwave transmitters and receivers, satellite receivers, and computing equipment Supervise and/or perform transmitter maintenance Work with Corporate leadership to ensure security and FCC compliance What skills do you need to be successful in our role? A minimum of 5 years' experience in broadcast electrical system and equipment maintenance A minimum of 1 year in a management role Experience training and managing technicians with a positive and constructive attitude Proficiency in evaluating, troubleshooting, installing, and maintaining broadcast equipment and IT systems Dedication to quality and time management while upholding to all FCC regulations Hold a valid driver's license Must be flexible to accommodate shift changes including extended hours, weekends, and evenings Ability to work on ladders, stand for long periods of time, and lift computers or equipment up to 50 lbs. Technical degree in electronics or a related field, or an equivalent of work and educational experience SBE certification and A+ certification is preferred Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace! 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.