Audio Visual Technician Job at ASM Global in North Charleston

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Assist the Technical Director with installation, operation, preventive maintenance and repair of audio, video, theatrical lighting systems, A/V related computer networking systems and equipment within the North Charleston Coliseum, Convention Center & Performing Arts Center (Facilities). This position operates and maintains the audio systems, digital signage systems, Daktronics/scoreboard system and assists with the CCTV and Security Camera systems within the Facilities.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Assist all facets of the Production department with its policies, procedures, customer service and safety guidelines.
• Assist with daily operations, equipment upgrades, and special projects involving audio/visual (A/V) and equipment.
• Daily operation, equipment upgrades, repairs, preventative maintenance and special projects with the Daktronics Scoreboard, marquee, and IPTV.
• Understand and operate the Facilities systems including, but not limited to, mixing consoles, public address systems, intercom, video equipment, theatrical lighting, computers, laptops, tablets, and other electronic devices.
• Research and assist in advancing accurate event production information as it relates to A/V needs through direct contact with sound and lighting directors and other clients.
• Communicate A/V production information to the appropriate departments and staff to ensure that events are executed in a professional manner.
• Assist with client audio, lighting and video requirements.
• Help prepare and operate within the annual department budget. Assist in researching and implementing capital items purchase recommendations.
• Perform preventive maintenance and trouble shoot issues on Coliseum and Convention Center audio, video, lighting, rigging, scoreboard, Daktronics, IPTV and all digital signage marquees. Maintain service records and inventories of equipment. Develop and submit lists of necessary repairs and improvements.
• Operate equipment including, but not limited to, forklift, hand tools and power tools.
• Assist, as needed, in operating the Facilities during event and non-event days.
• Assist, as needed, with load-in, set-up and load-out of decorators and exhibitors, and with handling fulfillment of contractual Technical Services and telecommunication needs of clients.
• Assist staff, as needed, in all areas of Operations, performing other tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A working knowledge of on-site technology systems including, but not limited to, large format public address systems, intercoms, video systems, theatrical lighting, IPTV, small and large format digital signage, and telecommunication systems. Ability to perform physical labor in responsibilities listed above. Ability to maintain and troubleshoot equipment. Knowledge of purchasing techniques. Knowledge of computer operations. Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices with an emphasis in working with and training others. Previous experience in a similar facility and/or degree or vocational technical certificate in one or more areas preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Demonstrated knowledge of Audio, Video, Lighting, Rigging and IT equipment.
• Ability to speak, read and write English.
• Ability to access all areas of the Facilities.
• Ability to perform physical labor.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.