Field Engineer

Position Title: Field Engineer

Department: Broadcast Systems Engineering 

Reports to: Director of Engineering 

FLSA Status:  Exempt-FT

Hiring Range:  – DOE

Location: Southwest 

Position Summary: As a regional Field Engineer you are responsible for the installation and maintenance of the ministry’s transmission equipment at all AM and FM station locations within the assigned region, in compliance with applicable FCC regulations and good engineering practice.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Transmitter maintenance & upkeep
• Install, maintain, and repair broadcast equipment (e.g., audio processors) used in preparing and transmitting FLC’s programming to the highest possible level of quality.
• Install and maintain microwave, AoIP and satellite equipment used in transmission.
• Regularly operate equipment that regulates the signal strength, clarity, and sound of FLC’s broadcasts
• Maintain knowledge of applicable FCC rules and regulations and ensure all equipment within area of responsibility is operating safely and legally.
• Proactively analyze and repair technical faults on equipment and systems to the module level
• Working knowledge for maintenance of non-broadcast equipment on occasion (e.g. electrical generators, air conditioning units, light fixtures, etc.) as conditions dictate.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Travel required within assigned region; must be able to commit to scheduled travel as well as immediate needs as they arise.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: 

• At times the work can be highly physical.  Must be able to complete the work that needs to be done that may include climbing, crawling, lifting, etc.
• Valid driver’s license & acceptable motor vehicle report required.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• 2+ years of experience troubleshooting and repairing larger solid-state transmitters.
• Solid RF background
• Good understanding of the components necessary in a broadcast air-chain
• Elementary understanding of satellite technology
• Knowledge of applicable, broadcast-related FCC rules and regulations
• Proficiency with MS Office products and other common software. (Internet browsers, etc.)
• SBE Certification highly desirable

BEHAVIORAL STANDARDS:

• Seek to be a role model in attitude, speech, and actions in a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ.
• Integrate Biblical principles and a Christian worldview into all organizational objectives and goals.
• Have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Be committed to furthering Family Life Communications mission as a faith-based organization.
• Agree to uphold Family Life Communications statement of faith.
• Be willing to submit to and honor the standards outlined in the Employee Handbook and Ethical Positions Statement.
• Faithfully attend and financially support a local church whose beliefs agree with Family Life Communications.

We offer an exceptional benefit plan to include the following: Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Personal Days, 401K – Company Match, Paid Holidays, Health, Dental & Vision Benefits, Company Paid STD & LTD.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

 We care about our team and provide a competitive compensation with opportunities for advancement.