Division: Technology

Work Status: Full Time

Location: Vancouver, BC (Onsite).

About the Role

Reporting to and working closely with the Chief Engineer of Vancouver Radio, you will be responsible for maintaining all technical broadcast related processes for all Vancouver radio stations, CRN and sites.

You will contribute by:

• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair of all types of broadcast equipment in a state-of-the-art Radio facility, including Control Room and Studio equipment, Servers, Workstations, Automation Systems, Edit Systems, and Routers
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair RF and transmission systems
• Troubleshoot and/or repair building infrastructure systems
• Implement and document temporary and permanent installations to meet the technical requirements of Radio content creation and distribution
• Participate in equipment purchasing or system design recommendations
• Assist the Chief Engineer in developing CAPEX and OPEX budgets
• Provide Business / Broadcast IT/Network systems support
• Ship and receive equipment for projects or repairs
• Provide technical support for staff including technical requirements for remote broadcasts
• Liaise with building management to address facility issues
• Coordinate with other departments (local and nationally) for projects, initiatives, and support
• Document and communicate issues and fixes to all stakeholders
• After hours and On-Call hours as required
• Work closely with Radio Operations to maintain a consistent and high-quality product
• Perform other duties as required to the above

Skills and Experience you will bring:

• A degree or diploma and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the field of Electronics, Computer Technology, Engineering or Broadcast Systems Technology
• Direct radio engineering experience in the role of a Broadcast Engineer
• The ability to troubleshoot Broadcast Electronics Systems
• Working knowledge of analog, digital and Audio Over IP (AOIP) signals and their integration into Broadcast Systems
• Working knowledge of computer system hardware, to the device level, their capacities, and capabilities. Should have the necessary skills and ability to assemble, configure or service any workstation hardware
• Strong technical aptitude and skills required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Visio and Excel an asset
• Deep working knowledge and experience with radio technical equipment and processes
• Desire to grow within the industry and learn about new trends and standards
• Ability to easily multitask and shift primary focus in response to changing needs
• The flexibility to accommodate shift work and rotating on call for emergencies
• Valid driver’s license

Application Deadline: May 13th, 2025