About Gray Media:

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental and Vision Coverage Health Savings Account with Company contributions Flexible Spending Account Employer-paid life and disability benefits Paid parental leave benefits Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions Employee Assistance Program Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO Focus on Caring

Salary/Wage:

$65,000 -$80,000/yr. (DOE)

Shift and Schedule:

Mon. - Fri. (or at the Manager's Discretion)

Job Type:

Full-Time

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About KKCO:

KKCO 11 News is the news leader in the Grand Junction market. The largest city between Salt Lake and Denver, our outdoor recreation and mild climate draw people from across the country here. Our area sees all four seasons, and you can ski and golf on the same day during certain parts of the year. Home to the Grand Junction Rockies and a huge summer country music festival, Grand Junction is a perfect community where residents enjoy the best of the outdoors and all the area has to offer. Our station has a history in our communities as being not only the news leader, but also a community partner. Our focus on digital allows us to reach far beyond our broadcast signal, to communities in southern Colorado and eastern Utah.

Job Summary/Description:  

KKCO/KJCT is looking for our next Chief Engineer. This person oversees the day-to-day operations of the Engineering, IT, and Operations departments of the broadcast TV station. The candidate is responsible for the maintenance of all broadcast technology, equipment, and workflow at the station. Candidate must maintain a live news production environment and processes. Candidate must manage and administer all aspects of the broadcast and facility infrastructure.

The deadline to apply for this position is August 19, 2025.

Duties/Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

- Manage and schedule technical and operational staff
- Monitor multiple air channels and transmitters, maintaining regulatory compliance, and assuring quality control of on-air product
- Oversee IT systems and infrastructure
- Maintain transmitters, satellite antenna systems, automation, signal distribution, and routing systems
- Ensure the station is compliant with FCC requirements and licensing, and OSHA guidelines
- Prepare and manage the department's budget, including capital expenditures, operating expenses, and resource allocation
- Oversee all building maintenance and upkeep items, working in consultation with the other departments
- Responsible for maintaining equipment for all aspects of on-air product - TV air chain, video editing systems, IT networks, graphic systems, field news gathering equipment, and weather systems
- Maintain knowledge of the latest broadcast and mainstream IT technologies, and ways of implementing the technology within the facility.
- Manage all station and broadcast-related technical installations and upgrades.
- Assist TMP staff as needed in areas of master control operation and news production.
- Answer viewer questions and give guidance on how best to receive our OTA channels.
- Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, broadcast engineering, information technology, or equivalent experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in broadcast engineering, with at least 3-5 years in a supervisory or management role
- Experience with RF technology, video/audio production systems, automation systems, and IT networking
- Candidate must have strong IT and network administration skills and be capable of implementing best practices
- Strong understanding and experience with live news production, environment, and processes
- Proficiency in operating and maintaining broadcast transmitters, studio equipment, and automation systems
- Strong knowledge and awareness of FCC regulations and compliance requirements
- Experience with IP-based video/audio transport and streaming technologies
- Experience with computer networking, server management, and IT information security
- Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, as needed
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Must be available to support 24/7 operations
- Gray Media and KKCO/KJCT expect the successful Chief Engineer candidate to possess and maintain a good driving record

Physical Requirements:

- Ability to team-lift and move heavy objects up to 100 lbs.
- Good or corrected vision and hearing.
- Work in extreme weather conditions.
- Capable and willing to work outdoors as well as odd hours, nights, weekends, etc.
- Ability to work for extended periods at high altitude (over 10,000 ft. elevation).

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references.

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

KKCO-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.