Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Engineer (Broadcasting) to join our California Oregon Broadcasting, Inc. (COBi) team on a full-time basis. The Engineer assists with broadcast television maintenance and repair, and installing and replacing equipment.

Job duties for this position include (but are not limited to):

• Install, remove, test, and repair equipment and software-based systems at stations and field sites
• Troubleshoot issues and failures of station and field-based equipment and systems
• Modify and repair microwave transmission equipment
• Install, maintain, and repair UHF and VHF transmitters
• Maintain site generators and charging systems
• May be required to work extended hours and weekends to repair outages. An overnight stay may be required to complete field projects

To qualify for this position, you must:

• Have a working knowledge of desktop computers, servers, IT networks, microwave transmission systems, television transmitters, test equipment, and construction tools
• Think clearly under pressure and apply creative solutions in a timely manner
• Work well in a team environment
• Be flexible to accommodate 24/7 on-call response to remedy technical issues
• Broadcast engineering experience preferred

Preferred experience:

• Broadcast engineering
• A technical school or engineering degree

Our full-time benefits package includes: medical, dental, vision, prescription drug plan, 401K retirement plan, flex spending account, life insurance, paid sick leave, paid vacation, paid holidays, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

KOBI-TV NBC5 is licensed by the FCC; therefore, we must follow federal guidelines. Since marijuana is still illegal on a federal level, if offered a position, a candidate is required to pass a 10-panel drug screen, which does include marijuana. A 3-year driving record check and a 7-year criminal background check are also pre-employment requirements. A valid driver’s license is also required.

If you meet the qualifications above, send your Cover Letter and Resume via one of the options below. You will be sent an application to complete. You are not considered an “applicant” until an application is returned to us. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

1. Email to: [email protected]. Please include the following in your email message:
• The Job Title in the Subject Line
• Resume and Cover Letter in Word or PDF format only

2. Mail to the physical address below:
KOBI-TV NBC5
Carrie DeCicco
Director of HR
125 South Fir Street
Medford, OR 97501

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer