Staff Engineer

Company Overview

Cumulus Media (OTCQB: CMLS) is an audio-first media company delivering premium content to a quarter billion people every month — wherever and whenever they want it. Cumulus Media engages listeners with high-quality local programming through 394 owned-and-operated radio stations across 84 markets; delivers nationally-syndicated sports, news, talk, and entertainment programming from iconic brands including the NFL, the NCAA, the Masters, US Soccer, AP News, and the Academy of Country Music Awards, across more than 7,800 affiliated stations through Westwood One, a leading national audio network; and inspires listeners through the Cumulus Podcast Network, an established and influential platform for original podcasts that are smart, entertaining, and thought-provoking. Cumulus Media provides advertisers with personal connections, local impact and national reach through broadcast and on-demand digital, mobile, social, and voice-activated platforms, as well as integrated digital marketing services, powerful influencers, full-service audio solutions, industry-leading research and insights, and live event experiences. For more information visit www.cumulusmedia.com.

 

Cumulus Indianapolis/Kokomo/Muncie is the largest radio group in the state and currently features six radio stations in the Indianapolis area and surrounding counties: Active Rock 93.9 WNDX-FM, Country 95.5 WFMS-FM, CHR 99.5 WZPL-FM, Classic Hits 104.5 WJJK-FM, Hot AC 107.9 WNTR-FM and Sports 1430 WXNT-AM. One radio station in Kokomo, IN Country 100.5 WWKI-FM and one station in Muncie, IN Country 102.5 WMDH-FM.

Position Overview

CUMULUS MEDIA | INDIANAPOLIS/KOKOMO/MUNCIE is searching for a Staff Engineer. The Staff Engineer assists the engineering team in these fast-paced markets with the installation, maintenance/repair of studio equipment, transmitting and ancillary equipment to maintain competitive signals in the markets while complying with all FCC technical requirements. Includes: assisting with telecommunications, computer and networking systems.

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications

Key Responsibilities:

 

• Maintains radio station operations through preventative and corrective maintenance
• Follows routine maintenance procedures and schedules for electronic equipment
• Follows routine maintenance procedures and schedules for studios and radio tower sites
• Performs necessary measurements of electronic equipment performance
• Installs and performs maintenance on mixing consoles, automation servers, audio routers, recording equipment, microphones, digital audio systems, transmitters, antennas, control systems, remote equipment, etc.
• Assists with maintenance and support of computer networks, servers, workstations and related systems
• Provide coverage in the absence of other engineering staff
• Rotating on call
• Tracking of vehicle fleet maintenance
• Facility HVAC knowledge and operational maintenance

Qualifications:

 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of applicable FCC rules and regulations preferred
• Computer literacy in or the desire to learn applicable software packages which may include (Microsoft OS, MS Office Suite, and radio automation software, etc.)
• Ability to troubleshoot electronic equipment to the component level preferred
• Ability to assist in troubleshooting and repairing AM and FM transmitting facilities
• Knowledge of electrical systems, UPS and generators
• Knowledge of telephone systems such as POTS, ISDN, T1, DSL and PRI circuits, and VOIP
• Interact with management and staff at all levels
• Ability to multi-task and handle pressures and deadlines and skills in prioritizing
• May be required to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders
• Minimum 1+ years in broadcast engineering or related field

Education and Licensing:

• Associates or technical degree in Information Technology or related field or equivalent level of experience
• SBE Certification a plus
• Must possess valid state driver’s license and pass a background check including a satisfactory driving record

Pay Range

USD $48,000.00 - USD $60,000.00 /Yr.
What We Offer

• Competitive Pay
• Focused, responsible and collaborative work environment with the ability to ask, “what if” and try innovative solutions
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance coverage
• 401K with company match
• Paid Vacation, Sick & Holiday time off
• Parental leave time off benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, wellness, and an employee referral bonus program

For immediate consideration, please visit: https://jobs.cumulusmedia.com/careers

 

For more information about Cumulus Media, visit our website at: https://www.cumulusmedia.com/

EEO Statement

CUMULUS MEDIA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).