IT / Radio Engineering Technician
Gabriel Media (Spirit 92.9/KKJM and KYES radio) St. Cloud, MN, is a Christian Radio Group focused on reaching as many people as possible with the Good News of Jesus Christ; helping them connect to God. We do this by inspiring faith by offering hope and encouragement through every song and conversation - playing uplifting music, sharing life through encouraging conversations, supporting strong families, and promoting what is positive in our culture and community.
We are currently looking for a muti-faceted, technology savvy, highly motivated IT / Radio Engineering Technician to join our growing team.
Our ideal candidate loves Jesus and is a technology whiz and loves to fill his or her day with a variety of work. You’ll handle equipment issues and solve technology problems.
What We’re Looking For:
We are looking for someone who has a thriving Christian faith and a strong work ethic with an appreciation for continuous personal and professional development. Also, someone who is a team player and works well with others – teamwork is one of our core values. A strong passion for technology and problem solving and how it relates to supporting our faith-based radio stations mission is a must.
Job Requirements:
- The primary responsibilities include the following, but are not limited to:
- Computer IT experience
- Responsible for installing, maintaining and repairing computers and networks.
- Responsible for maintaining the email system on Microsoft 365
- Ensuring that our IT infrastructure works properly with maximum capabilities.
- Diagnosing & repairing issues with hardware, software or cloud
- Implementing security solutions
- Perform troubleshooting activities
- Ensure the integrity of the Websites, Audio streaming and Apps.
- Radio broadcasting engineer
- Maintaining and operating the electronics and broadcasting equipment that keeps the radio station on the air
- Regular trips to Tower sites located in both Kimball and Verndale.
- Work closely with on air team to ensure studios are operating at peak performance
- Work closely with radio engineers to ensure that all FCC requirements are met both at the tower sites, for the online and for the Public Files for each radio station.
- Ensure all audio is working at capacity, on air, apps and streaming
- Facilities manager
- Maintain St Cloud office, Kimball tower location and Verndale tower location.
- Ensuring that the facilities are maintained in all areas, inside and outside.
- Maintenance of all equipment at each of the locations.
- Maintain St Cloud office, Kimball tower location and Verndale tower location.
- Computer IT experience
Minimum Education and Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years experience working in IT or something similiar
- Knowledgeable in mobile and desktop operating systems.
- Proficient in networking configuration, diagnostics and maintenance.
- Experience with computer and network security including firewalls, antivirus software and Malware protection.
- Experience with Microsoft 365
- Exceptional communication skills
- Digital equipment knowledge a plus
- Radio Engineering experience a plus
What Gabriel Media Can Offer You
Our mission is to inspire listeners in their faith through uplifting music and encouraging conversations. We hope our candidate to shares in that desire.
- An intentional team building culture that focuses on; Teamwork, Excellence, Creativity, Integrity, Authenticity, Accountability, and Fun!
- A flexible work environment and robust benefit package including PTO and a 401(k) plan.
- Voluntary health reimbursement benefits.
- Competitive pay structure – a generous salary, plus annual pay incentive.
- Cell phone/internet stipend.
- The opportunity to personally engage with listeners and our community. You can be part of a team that is making a difference in someone’s life every day.
Please note: This is not an all-encompassing statement of this position’s responsibilities. While it attempts to be comprehensive, this is a new position so it will evolve based on the individual hired and as additional needs come up.
If you are interested in this position, please email your resume to deb@gabrielmedia.info.
Gabriel Media/Spirit 92.9 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
