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Reno Media Group

Broadcast Radio Engineer

Reno, NV

Broadcast Radio Engineer Reno-Tahoe Area | 6-Station Group Reno Media Group is seeking an experienced Broadcast Radio Engineer to support and maintain a six-station broadcast cluster (Plus ...

Civic Media Inc

BROADCAST ENGINEER

Madison, WI · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

We're merging the legacy of radio with the immediacy of digital to deliver high-quality content to ... for a Broadcast Engineer (Full-Time) to join our engineering team. In this role, you will help ...

Civic Media Inc

BROADCAST ENGINEER

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

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Civic Media Inc

BROADCAST ENGINEER

Madison, WI · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

We're merging the legacy of radio with the immediacy of digital to deliver high-quality content to ... for a Broadcast Engineer (Full-Time) to join our engineering team. In this role, you will help ...

Civic Media Inc

BROADCAST ENGINEER

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

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iHeartMedia

Regional Broadcast Engineer

Rochester, MN · On-site

More #1 rated markets than the next two largest radio companies combined; * We're the largest ... At iHeart, our Broadcast Engineers play a critical role in keeping our stations on the air and ...

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As of Jun 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for radio broadcast engineer in the United States is $86,597.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,500.00 and $112,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Broadcast Radio Engineer

Broadcast Radio Engineer

Reno Media Group

Reno, NV

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Reno Media Group Now Hiring: Broadcast Radio Engineer
Reno–Tahoe Area | 6-Station Group

Reno Media Group is seeking an experienced Broadcast Radio Engineer to support and maintain a six-station broadcast cluster (Plus translators) serving the Reno–Tahoe market. This is a hands-on technical role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-station environment and takes pride in keeping stations on the air, compliant, and sounding great.

Key Responsibilities

· Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair AM/FM transmission systems, studios, STL links, and associated RF infrastructure

· Ensure FCC compliance, including EAS, tower lighting, and technical logs

· Perform routine preventative maintenance and respond to off-air emergencies

· Manage studio audio systems, consoles, automation, and IP-based broadcast equipment

· Coordinate tower site access, vendors, and contract engineers as needed

· Assist with technical planning for upgrades, facility improvements, and new installations

· Provide technical support to programming and operations staff

· Provide IT support to entire staff.

Qualifications

· 3 years prior radio broadcast engineering experience required

· Strong working knowledge of RF systems, transmitters, antennas, and studio equipment

· Familiarity with modern digital audio, automation systems, and IP networking

· FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (or ability to obtain) preferred

· Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to transmitter sites

· Self-motivated, organized, and able to prioritize across multiple stations

· Experience with GatesAir FAX series FM transmitters preferred.

· Experience with Wheatstone IP based consoles preferred.

· Experience with RCS Nexgen Digital Automation preferred.

What We Offer

· Competitive salary based on experience

· Full benefits package, including 401k with employer match

· Company vehicle

· Opportunity to work with a diverse, established station group in a premier market

· Long-term growth potential with a stable broadcast organization

If you’re a problem-solver who enjoys keeping multiple stations running at peak performance, we’d love to hear from you. Reno Media Group is locally-owned and the top-rated and #1 billing radio group in Northern Nevada. Our staff includes professionals who have worked here for two decades or more and also recent University of Nevada graduates. We serve the vibrant Reno-Lake Tahoe area, which offers a variety of outdoor activities highlighted by the spectacular beauty of Lake Tahoe, trout fishing in the Truckee River, world-renowned ski resorts in the Sierra, miles of hiking and biking trails, and a strong, growing local economy.

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Reno Media Group

Attn: HR/Broadcast Engineer

961 Matley Lane, Suite 120

Reno, NV 89502

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Relocation assistance
  • Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

  • Reno, NV 89502: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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