The Audio Visual Technician is responsible for the management, troubleshooting, installation, and operation of AV systems within the casino and hotel environment. This role supports day-to-day casino operations and occasional live entertainment, performing advanced troubleshooting and training tier 1 technicians. The position requires working at heights and adherence to safety and company policies.

Responsibilities

Management of new and existing AV systems on both Harrah’s and Caesars Republic including overhead audio system, Digital screen display systems, and potential new enhancements.
Troubleshoot and minor repair of AV equipment.
Installation and cabling of video, lighting and sound systems in different areas of the Hotel and Gaming floor.
Set up and operation of AV equipment as required.
Organization and cleaning of work areas.
Regular predictable attendance.
Other job related duties as assigned.
This position must be able to perform advanced troubleshooting of all equipment the department services and assist and train tier 1 technicians in their daily routines.
Perform other job related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge of Audio and Lighting. Knowledge of Casino systems, Hotel TV/Phone/Network Systems, and Venue Systems. Working knowledge of computers, basic carpentry, TV’s, electrical, mechanical equipment, audio, lighting, and video applications. Perform advance troubleshooting and train tier 1 Technicians. Excellent communication skills. Skilled in maintaining effective working relationships with employees and guests. Understanding and compliance with all company and departmental rules and regulations, policies, and procedures. This position is under the supervision of Entertainment management and supports the day-to-day Casino operations. As well as occasional nightlife and live entertainment.
Must be available for varied shifts, holidays and weekends and overtime.
Must be able to pass and attain required OSHA certifications as well as fall protection.
Working at heights is a requirement of the AV department.
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum four-year audio-visual operations
Acts as a role model to other Team Members and always presents oneself as a credit to Caesars Entertainment and encourages others to do the same.
Adheres to all regulatory, company and department policies and procedures
Fast-paced, production environment with rapidly changing priorities.
Work may be done in areas which may be unusually hot, cold, noisy, smoky, illuminated and or dimly lit, around moving objects, in high places and slippery surfaces.
Work may involve exposure to vibration, solvents/oils, fumes/odors, dirt/dust and explosive material.
Work may be performed inside and outside in all weather conditions.
Work requires knowledge and use of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic and flame/heat generated devices, and computer equipment.
Environment may be stressful. Work may be performed alone, with others, around others, with verbal and face-to-face contact.
Work involves shift work and may involve extended days.
Requires seldom sitting, bending and reaching from floor to ceiling.
Crouching, kneeling, climbing, balancing, pushing/pulling wheeled carts with static push/pull of 150 lbs., lifting/carrying of 25-over 100 lbs., driving, repetitive use of both hands, to include light and firm/strong grasping and finger dexterity and use of hand and power tools.
Requires occasional standing and walking, lifting/carrying of up to 25 lbs.
Requires normal hearing, near/far visual acuity with depth perception, field of vision, accommodation, and absence of color blindness.
Must be able to perform simple and complex tasks, reading, writing and math skills, see things spatially and with form, perform clerical work, compile, coordinate, analyze and synthesize information, instruct others, work with precision, follow instructions, influence others, meet time requirements, memorize, problem solve, use independent judgment and decision making skills.