Assistant Chief Engineer

Fresno, CA
Job Description

Have you always had a knack for problem-solving? Are you the type of person who enjoys being hands-on and also doesn't mind taking a break every now and then to coach another teammate towards perfecting their craft? Our team needs YOU to continue to elevate our engineering team. The Assistant Chief Engineer plays an imperative role as the go-between resource for the engineering team, leadership, and the location's personnel. We need a dynamic team lead to help grow the impact of our engineering team! What you can expect working as an Assistant Chief Engineer:


What you can expect working as an Assistant Chief Engineer:

  • To work with a team focused on meaningful relationships
  • A high-energy environment
  • A chance to work as a part of a team supported, influenced & led by some of the Broadcast Industry's leading innovators
  • Related on-the-job experience and relevant training
  • To work at our TV studio and mountain top transmitter sites.
  • Daily opportunities to learn the art of how-to (re)prioritize critical tasks.
  • The station's obstacles and challenges are your challenges.
  • Expect the unexpected including late-night and weekend calls for engineering emergencies.
  • Act as the subject matter expert and point of contact for all things relating to facilities, equipment and technology, as well as staying current on the evolving regulations and industry standards
  • Provide additional support and resource subject matter expertise in the absence of the Chief Engineer to all staff (including leadership and location personnel, and the onsite Engineering team)
  • Support and assist the News department and other production groups in maintaining critical times sensitive production
  • Implement, install & maintain broadcast systems and provide end-user support across all departments
  • Perform transmitter monitoring, maintenance and upgrades
  • Replace or adjust defective and/or improperly functioning equipment
  • Maintain IP network connectivity
  • Administrative "musts" (i.e., tracking and organizing department-related budget information)
Requirements:

  • On-the-job and/or formal experience repairing transmitters
  • Valid & unencumbered driver's license
  • Work experience, education, and/or formal training/certification in one or more of an engineering-related fields (e.g., technology; information systems; computer science; electrical engineering and/or electronics).
  • Ability to lift 40-50 lbs
Bonus points for...

  • Previous broadcast experience
  • Familiarity with FCC regulations
  • Industry-related certification
  • FMCSA Medical
EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:


Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

The base salary compensation range for this role is $70,304 to $83,183.85 Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates' relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave, and employee stock purchase plan.

About Us

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.
Posted 2026-04-12

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