Audio Visual Technician (4237)

The Audio Visual Technician is responsible for the set-up, operation/engineering and removal of audio visual equipment and systems within the Ahern Hotel, as well as helping set up rooms and spaces for events, meetings, and conventions. Duties include installing and operating sound and video equipment, interfacing with clients, troubleshooting AV system problems, and completing daily room set-up configurations based on Banquet Event Orders. The role also involves cleaning and maintaining event furnishings and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and install equipment such as microphones, speakers, video screens, projectors, video monitors, recording equipment, connecting wires and cables, audio mixing boards, pipe and drape for events and functions such as concerts, sports events, meetings and conventions, presentations, and news conferences.
• Set up and operate sound equipment for live entertainment events (bands, comedians, theatrical events, general sessions).
• Load and unload vehicles for deliveries and pickups.
• Confer with meeting or event director to establish cues and directions.
• Interface with clients, ensuring exceptional customer service.
• Ensure equipment is installed according to designated layout.
• Diagnose and correct AV system problems.
• Send in equipment for repairs as needed.
• Test and clean AV equipment and store properly.
• Use cellular phone for job-related operational tasks, job duties, review of company documents, etc.
• Completion of all daily room set-up configurations for all parties and functions, based on details from the Banquet Event Order (BEO).
• Daily cleaning, dusting, polishing of event furnishings, rooms and/or entrances on the property pertaining to an event.
• Other tasks and responsibilities may be added at the Company’s discretion.

Requirements

• At least two (2) years of audio visual experience including audio, video, computers, lighting and rigging for live events preferred.
• One (1) year of AV/theatrical technician experience preferred.
• One (1) year of banquet set-up/strike experience preferred.
• Familiar with wireless and wired audio sound systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot complicated video connections (splitting/switching) preferred.
• Ability to configure and troubleshoot wired and wireless computer networks preferred.
• Familiarity with Shure, Behringer, Allen & Heath, and conventional light fixtures preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills and attitude.
• Able to work as part of a team or independently when needed.
• Must be reliable, organized and punctual.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong desire to learn but not afraid of getting your hands dirty in the process.
• Must be professional in dress, speech and manners.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification required.
• Forklift/scissor/boom lift certification preferred.