We are seeking a Broadcast Engineer to join our engineering group in Chatham, Ontario. In this role, you will help maintain, modernize, and shape the technical infrastructure supporting our stations and digital operations for the next decade of local media coverage.
This position comes with benefits as well as a company pension and company vehicle.
Key responsibilities: Repair and maintenance of FM radio transmitters, antenna systems, audio consoles, and all broadcast related equipment
Maintenance of Wheatstone AoIP audio distribution system.
Maintenance of computer hardware/software, servers, and network.
Design, installation and documentation of new computer systems
Flexible schedule and 24 hour on-call response for emergencies
Work week will focus on Chatham-Kent properties technical management but can include travel to other BMI markets for technical support at times.
Qualifications: Minimum 3 years’ experience as broadcast engineer.
Knowledge and experience with FM and AM transmission systems.
Knowledge and experience with computer hardware, software and Local Area Networks.
Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
Experience with Wheatnet AoIP sytems, WideOrbit, KLZ Newsroom, SDS and other radio-specific software an asset.
Good working knowledge of networking in a windows environment, with IT and Networking experience.
Experience with Watchguard Firewalls, Ubiquity Wireless,



VLANs an asset.
Ability and willingness to work outside in all climates
MUST have initiative and organizational skills, be eager to learn, be flexible, and willing to help co-workers where required.
Valid Class G license (clean driver’s abstract will be required)
MUST have the ability to work under pressure. Must have excellent troubleshooting skills, and ability to multi-task a variety of functions while prioritizing your own workload.
Blackburn Media Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace. We are committed to providing a fair and equitable work workplace and encourage applications from qualified individuals and genders, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities.
Applicants should identify if they require accommodation during the recruitment process on a confidential basis.
At Blackburn Media, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation. Final offers are tailored to your unique skill set, education, and professional experience. To uphold our commitment to pay equity, we also ensure every offer aligns with the internal parity of our current team.
Blackburn Media does not use AI or automated systems in the screening or selection of job applicants. All hiring decisions are made by our team.

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📌 Broadcast Engineer (Ontario)
🏢 Blackburn Media
📍 Ontario