Columbia University Facilities & Operations · 8 hours ago
Audio Visual Technician
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$55K/yr - $70K/yr
2+ years expColumbia University’s department of University Event Management is seeking an Audio Visual Technician to provide audio/visual services at various events and venues. The role involves setting up equipment, assisting in maintenance, operating lighting and sound, and responding to customer inquiries during events.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Delivers and sets up audio/visual equipment for conference-style events, including but not limited to video conferencing units, LCDs, laptop computers, and amplification systems
Assists in the maintenance and repair of audio/visual and theatrical equipment
Operates the lighting and/or sound for performance events under the direction of management
Under the direction of the Equipment Manager, assists with inventory control of audio/visual equipment
Responds to customers’ questions during an event in a polite and timely manner with complete and accurate information according to department standards
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Must have at least two years experience working a variety of audio/visual equipment including but not limited to video conferencing units, LCDs, laptop computers, and amplification systems
Must be able to work flexible hours and a changing schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as schedule dictates
The ability to work both scheduled and unplanned overtime is required
Excellent customer service orientation and interpersonal skills required with an ability to communicate with a diverse constituency
Ability to multi-task is necessary
Utmost discretion & professionalism is required at all times
Company
Columbia University Facilities & Operations
Columbia University Facilities and Operations is the largest administrative department at the University.
1001-5000 employees
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