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The City University of New York · 3 months ago

Assistant Media Services Technician (H) - Media Services

Brooklyn, NY

Part-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$19.12/hr - $19.98/hr

0+ years exp

The City University of New York is a comprehensive college located in downtown Brooklyn. They are seeking an Assistant Media Services Technician to assist in the setup and maintenance of audio-visual equipment, support faculty, and troubleshoot presentation systems.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Assisting in the setup of portable and permanently installed audiovisual equipment including (but not limited to) projectors of all types, audio amplification equipment, wired and wireless microphones and sound processing equipment, video display equipment and video recording playback equipment of all formats, and projection screens

Integrating Media Services’ and visitor’s presentation devices (such as laptops, tablets and smartphones) into existing presentation systems

Supporting faculty in their use of installed classroom presentation systems, including telephone support

Troubleshooting installed and portable presentation systems, including but not limited to: determining if equipment is defective, and developing work-arounds so that classes are not unduly delayed

Delivering and setting up portable presentation systems in venues such as N119, the Atrium Ground Floor Lounge and classrooms as needed

Assisting in the construction, de-construction, updates and refurbishments of permanently installed presentation systems (including computers and their software) in classrooms and other venues

Helping develop and maintain office computer software and systems

Operating, transporting, making minor adjustments to, and helping to install and configure equipment such as smartboards, laptops, desktop computers, and e-podiums

As directed, making minor adjustments and implementing routine technical updates to hardware and software

Performing other office and clerical tasks and errands as needed

Qualification

Audio-visual technologyElectronic equipment operationWindows software knowledgeApple software knowledgeTroubleshooting skillsInventory managementPreventative maintenanceCommunication skills

Required

High School diploma or its equivalent and six months of full-time experience acquired within the last five years, in routine maintenance and operation of various projectors or other electronic equipment such as portable public address systems, audio recorders and cameras

Graduation from a recognized vocational or technical high school for radio and television mechanics or related trades

High school diploma its equivalent and two years of verifiable experience as a member of a High School audio visual team, or six months of work-study in an approved Board of Education program, which included work with audio or related electronic equipment

A Motor Vehicle Driver's License valid in the State of New York may be required for certain assignments

Ability to work off schedule, flexible

A general understanding of audio-visual technology is expected

Applicant must be able to lift 50 pounds and be willing to use college elevators to deliver equipment

Benefits

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification.

Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans.

Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

Company

The City University of New York

The City University of New York is the nation’s largest urban public university, a transformative engine of social mobility that is a critical component of the lifeblood of New York City.

Founded in 1847

New York, NY, US

10001+ employees

http://cuny.edu

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