The Hotel at Auburn University is hiring: Audio Visual Technician- Part Time in

POSITION PURPOSE:

Must have 1 year AV experience. Ideal candidates should have a working knowledge of basic a/v equipment. Duties include but not limited to set up or set up and operate audio visual equipment. Responsibilities include the set up and operation of audio visual equipment in a hospitality environment. Ensures that complete customer satisfaction is achieved and is accountable for all inventory before, during and after each event.

Responsible for the organization and maintenance of all AV set-up equipment.

Responsible for participating in weekly walk through meetings of the conference center, reporting any issues or concerns, and monitoring the upkeep of the meeting spaces and equipment.

OTHER:

Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established by the hotel or Auburn University from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position. Employees with irregular attendance will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel.

Upon employment, all employees are required to fully comply with Auburn University Hotel and Dixon Conference Center/Ithaka rules and regulations for the safe and efficient operation of hotel facilities. Employees who violate Hotel rules and regulations will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS:

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the manager based upon the particular requirements of the hotel.

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Basic knowledge of the English language sufficient to understand inquiries from customers and communicate simple instructions.

Ability to comprehend and apply written product-labeling instructions to enable the safe application of products and processes within the hotel.

Knowledge of Audio-Visual equipment.

Knowledge and understanding of how to read a banquet event order in order to set a banquet room.

QUALIFICATIONS/STANDARDS

Working Environment/Physical Activities:

Inside with protection from weather but not necessarily from temperature changes.

Physical activities include lifting and carrying objects. Walking, talking, standing, bending, stooping, seeing, touching, reaching, handling.

Requires considerable repetitive motion of hands and wrists as relating to lifting, carrying and serving clients.

Involves the use of body members. Hand tools, and or special devices to work, move, or carry objects and materials.

Involves sufficient interaction with other people as relating to serving and attending to needs, requests or expressed or implicit wishes of guests or clients. Immediate response is required.

EDUCATION:

Any combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Grade school education preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

A/V, IT experience. Prior hospitality experience preferred.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES:

Ability to obtain any government required licenses or certificates. CPR Certification and/or First Aid training preferred.

GROOMING:

All employees must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance (specific standards available).