Company Overview
Cumulus Media | Dallas currently features 5 stations in the Dallas/Ft. Worth metro area: KTCK 96.7FM/ 1310AM The Ticket, KPLX 99.5 The Wolf, KSCS 96.3FM New Country, WBAP 820AM/93.3FM News/Talk, KLIF 570AM/96.3HD-2 News/Talk. At Cumulus Dallas we strive to hire passionate, driven, resourceful, problem solvers who have the ability to drive the evolving, diverse culture of the Power of Radio to success.
Position Overview
CUMULUS MEDIA | Dallas is searching for a part-time Remote Technician. The Remote Technician assists the Engineering Managers with the installation, maintenance/repair of studio equipment, transmitting and ancillary equipment in order to maintain competitive signals in the market while complying with all FCC technical requirements. Includes: assisting with telecommunications, computer and networking systems. This is not a remote or hybrid role.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities & Qualifications
- Maintains station operation through preventative and corrective maintenance
- Follows routine maintenance procedures and schedules for all broadcast equipment, automation, computer and network systems
- Performs necessary measurements of equipment performance
- Assists with maintenance and support of computer networks and related systems
- Facility HVAC troubleshooting and operational maintenance
- Travel to other markets or towers and stations may be required
- Provide coverage in the absence of other engineering staff
Qualifications
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Working knowledge of all applicable FCC rules and regulations preferred
- Computer literacy in or the desire to lean applicable software packages which may include (Microsoft OS and Office Suite, OpX automation, etc.)
- Ability to troubleshoot broadcast equipment to the component level preferred
- Ability to assist in troubleshooting and repairing AM and FM transmitting facilities
- Knowledge of electrical systems and the UPS and standby generators
- Troubleshoot HVAC systems problems and minor maintenance as needed
- Knowledge of telephone systems including 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 is required
- Minimum 2+ years in broadcast engineering or related field preferred
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 provide required proof of personal vehicle insurance
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/jobs
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).
