Broadcast Engineer

Division:
Radio Technology

Work Status:
Full Time

Location:
Guelph, Ontario (Onsite)

About the Role:

Corus Radio has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Broadcast Engineer, Radio Technology in our Guelph location. Reporting to the Chief Engineer, Radio Technology, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting Radio Operations and Programming. Coupled with this responsibility, you will provide on-going Tier 1 support and maintain the health of on-air and production equipment.

You will contribute by:

• Maintain and repair Corus Guelph transmitter sites for 1460 CJOY, CIMJ Magic 106, 107.5 Dave Rocks and 91.5 The Beat. Includes scheduled maintenance and emergency repairs (generator, tower, HVAC, building, etc.)
• Maintain and repair Corus Guelph Radio Studio for 1460 CJOY, CIMJ Magic 106, 107.5 Dave Rocks and 91.5 The Beat, this includes scheduled maintenance and emergency repairs.
• Administrate and maintain radio automation, on-air production, post-production hardware/software and networked systems.
• Assist with daily studio tasks as required. (Tieline connections, audio routing, live setups, etc.).
• Rotating "On Call" duties, plus 24/7 tech support to assist Corus engineers as required.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation. (wire records, inventory, maintenance records, system drawings).
• Troubleshoot and repair broadcast equipment/systems as required.
• Test, install and implement new broadcast equipment.
• Source and order parts and supplies as required.
• Provide assistance and instruction to staff on technical systems.
• Maintain computer and engineering security to be compliant with required business standards, cyber security standards, and audits.
• Coordinate and supervise scheduled maintenance of critical infrastructure systems (HVAC equipment and electrical systems).
• Coordinate with Corus IT to facilitate the maintenance and repair of local office hardware, software, and the corporate LAN/WAN as required.
• Act as engineering/technical liaison with respect to radio personnel or shows.
• Work closely with the Chief Engineer Radio Technology, IT, Cyber Security, Radio Programming and Operations to ensure effective technical support.
• Ensure that Broadcast Standards are met and maintained.
• Working with the IT department on Networking and computer issues.
• Works directly with equipment vendors and suppliers to troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Provide support to building facilities maintenance as required.

Skills and experience you will bring:

• Recognized certificates in Broadcast Technology, Electronics or Computer Science or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of Radio Broadcast Engineering experience.
• 3-5 years of experience maintaining AM and FM Transmitter sites.
• Knowledge of Radio automation and production workflows.
• Experience troubleshooting faults with Radio Studio, Control Room, and Transmitter equipment.
• Strong knowledge of computers and networking as related to Broadcast systems.
• Experience working on equipment associated with Live Remotes, Microwave and Satellite communications.
• Knowledge of current audio streaming technologies.
• You have a valid Ontario Driver License in good standing.
• Strong Communication Skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to work in high pressure situations involving multi-tasks, tight timelines and occasional evening and weekend hours Experience leading teams.
• High Power Transmitter site operation and safety knowledge.
• Ability to excel in a team environment and/or to work independently.
• General working knowledge of governing regulations. (ISED, CRTC, Transport Canada, Environment Canada, etc.)
• Strong mechanical aptitude is considered an asset.

Application Deadline:
November 1, 2025