Chiefs Radio Network Field Assistant Engineer

Job Title: Chiefs Radio Network Assistant Field Engineer

Department: Technical

Reporting To: Brand Manager

Employment Type: Part-Time

Work Arrangement: On-site

Job Description:

Audacy Kansas City is looking for an Assistant Field Engineer who is responsible for setup and tear down of broadcast equipment, connections back to the studios and sound quality optimization.

What You'll Do:

• Minimum 1-3 years broadcast engineering experience
• Hands-on FM, HD and AM transmitter experience
• Ability to inspect, repair, and maintain all broadcast radio station equipment, including transmitters, antenna’s, satellite downlinks, automation system, studio equipment, remote equipment, generators, telephone system and related other equipment
• Run and record remote broadcasts and operate remote equipment, such as Comrex Access, mixing boards, mic/instruments
• Strong proven time management skills including ability to multitask in a multiple project environment
• IT & Network knowledge and experience
• Strong PC skills including proficiency in document, spreadsheet, and documentation software applications
• Experience with Computer based audio storage system (WideOrbit/VoxPro preferred)
• Experience with digital audio and audio streaming
• Assist with the maintenance and development of all aspects of technical facilities including studios, transmitters, telephone systems, satellite, STL, computers and data networks.

Required & Preferred:

• Excellent customer service and communication skills are critical 
• Basic knowledge of computers and IT systems is a must, including networking and proficiency with Google Workspace.
• A valid driver’s license, satisfactory completion of a motor vehicle record check, and, if the position requires the use of applicant’s own vehicle, proof of insurance, is required
• Strong verbal and writing communications skills
• Knowledge of FCC Rules and Regulations
• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently be required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; tall or hear; and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Preferred:

• SBE Certification is preferred
• Experience with modern digital audio systems including Wide Orbit, Vox Pro, and Audio Over IP is highly desirable
• Must have at least four years of college or technical school and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Availability to work various hours / days, including weekends and holidays

Please be aware that Audacy will never ask you to send money at any point during the hiring process. Communication from legitimate Audacy representatives will only come from email addresses ending in @audacy.com. If you receive any suspicious requests or communications, please verify their authenticity before responding.

Audacy is a leading audio content and entertainment company. As champions of audio, we connect with people in the moments that matter — delivering trusted local news, passionate sports and your favorite music across 220+ radio stations, premium podcasts, live events and digital experiences that reach more than 200 million listeners every month.

We create compelling content, foster deeply engaged audiences and deliver outcomes that matter for advertisers. Learn more at www.audacyinc.com and join the conversation on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

Audacy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Audacy affords equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, religion or religious creed, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Consistent with our commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance in applying electronically for a position with Audacy, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. To request a reasonable accommodation for this purpose, please call 1-610-660-5614. Please note that this phone number is to be used solely to request an accommodation with respect to the online application process. Calls for any other reason will not be returned. Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.