Description:

RF Maintenance Engineer

About Us
Mountains, streams, deserts, ancient ruins, world-class art, varied culture and a crazy-good brew and food scene.  That’s the New Mexico life KOB 4 employees enjoy every day.  The variety represented in our state drives a news organization that covers a wide range of stories from award-winning investigations and special projects to heart-touching profiles of people and real life issues you won’t find anywhere else.  Sound good?  Come live in an amazing state and join the KOB 4 team as we proudly “Stand 4 New Mexico”!

Job Overview
The Broadcast RF Systems Engineer’s primary responsibility is to install, test, configure and commission Broadcast & Broadcast related IT RF systems, bringing projects to completion while ensuring quality in both, transmitter/translator sites with specialization in audio, video, digital, remote control, and computer-based engineering in a studio setting as well as in remote location.

Job Responsibilities
Operate, diagnose and make repairs and adjustments to transmitter, satellite and microwave and ancillary electronic and electrical equipment associated with the production and broadcasting television. understand Broadcast system designs and demonstrate installation techniques.
Assist other RF Engineers on more complex equipment issues, site installations, diagnoses and repairs.
Verify day-to-day compliance with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations applicable to transmitter/translator facilities; maintains required records for the FCC and FAA.
Maintain records as they pertain to equipment and transmission site operations and repairs. This includes transmitters, tower inspections, tower lights, emergency power generators, etc.
Troubleshoot and repair technical issues on a wide variety of broadcast equipment.
Operate diagnose and make minor adjustments and repairs to high powered UHF television transmitters.
Operate, diagnose, and make minor adjustments and repairs to low powered UHF television translators.
Install and integrate new equipment at transmitter and translator sites associated with the production and broadcasting of educational radio/television equipment.
Communicate status updates. Discuss issues and provide suggestions in a clear manner.
Identify integration inefficiencies and propose solutions.
Work with on-site tech team to identify and finalize punch list items.
Work closely with the Engineering Managers to provide both general and specific recommendations on installation standards, technologies, personnel, job specifics and implementation.
Ability to work established hours. Must be able to work occasional evenings and weekends.
All other duties as assigned and deemed appropriate.

Qualifications
Engineering maintenance background preferred (UHF transmission systems, microwave, and satellite communications
5 or more years in a broadcast environment preferred.
Ability to solve unusual or unexpected problems.
Strong computer skills with familiarity with MS Access, Excel Spreadsheets, etc.
Ability to read and comprehend CAD drawings, blueprints, and technical drawings.
High level of organization
Technical background that provides a working knowledge of broadcast audio and video design and theory, IT networking and signal transmission.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills & must be able to communicate effectively in a team environment.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Project an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor.
Ability to work in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Ability to function in a team environment.
Ability to work established schedule and other hours as needed. Be on call on a rotating schedule.
Valid driver license and clean driving record as determined by the Company. Driving record will be checked.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to climb ladders up to 24′ tall
Lift and carry up to 50 lbs
High level of organization
Ability to crawl, stoop, bend, lift overhead, and walk to reach equipment for evaluation, repair, and adjustment.
Must be able to work for extended periods of time in a confined area.
Read, hear and speak clearly.
Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing.
Must be able to read and interpret instructions, schematics, and service manuals.
Ability to drive/operate a vehicle in a safe manner.
Must be able to read and interpret instructions, schematics, and service manuals.
Manipulate computer and general office equipment, including telephone.
The Company may make reasonable accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job functions.

Additional Information
This position is subject to pre-employment driving record background check. A conviction, violation pending adjudication, or adverse driving record more than 3 years old or does not meet the major violation definition per company policy will not, on its own, disqualify an applicant. The company will use background check information in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

Compensation and Benefits
When extending an offer, the company considers a variety of factors such as (but not limited to) the candidate’s work experience, education/training & key skills as well as internal peer equity and other market and business considerations.

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EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.

Diversity Statement
Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding over 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU.