Smith College · 1 day ago
AV Systems Technologist
Northampton, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$27.17/hr - $33.21/hr
5+ years expSmith College is one of the largest women’s colleges in the country, dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. The AV Systems Technologist will troubleshoot and maintain audiovisual systems, manage user requests, and provide training to staff and end users.
EducationHigher EducationTraining
Responsibilities
Troubleshoot and maintain AV Systems 50% Manage and respond to requests by end users to address problems experienced with the AV in classrooms, meeting and event spaces
Follow CEMS and ITS guideline for responding to use requests in ticketing systems
Troubleshoot AV issues and repair where possible
Evaluate complex AV problems and make suggestions for upgrades or changes as needed
Provide interim working solution in spaces where an immediate fix is not possible
AV System review and installs 30% In consultation with the AV Systems Specalist and end users; make recommendations on AV system designs
Install AV equipment for classroom, meeting space and event space venues, as needed
Ensure systems adhere to ITS standards and address user
Evaluate current systems and new designs to assure they meet user needs and provide input into overall AV systems design
Maintain records inventory and other system as needed, following best practices
Other Responsibilities 20% Provide training to end users and AV support team
Assist with end-user documentation for newly installed AV systems, as well as temporary fixes in spaces with AV issues that cannot be quickly resolved
Coordinate activities and provide backup support to Class and Event Support
Participate in cross-team projects and perform other duties as required
Maintain professional skills by attending conferences, workshops and trade shows
Perform other duties as assigned by management
Qualification
Required
5 or more years of experience with direct experience installing, maintaining and troubleshooting audiovisual and sound systems, including microphone setup
AV Installation certifications
Strong knowledge of classroom technologies, including computers, projectors, sound systems, and control systems
Excellent communication, team-building, presentation, interpersonal, and customer service skills
Preferred
Associate's Degree
Extron Programming
Experience in High Education environments
Benefits
Competitive benefits package
Company
Smith College
Since its founding in 1871, Smith College has provided women of high ability and promise an education of uncompromising quality.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$3MKey Investors
NASAAndrew W. Mellon FoundationMassachusetts Life Sciences Center
2023-06-07Grant
2020-01-14Grant· $2.5M
2017-03-16Grant· $0.5M
Leadership Team
Albert Kim
Associate Professor of Statistical & Data Sciences
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