Skills Alliance
Audio Visual Technician Job at Skills Alliance in Cambridge
Skills Alliance, Cambridge, MA, United States, 02140
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in IT/AV support or a related field.
- Hands-on experience with live events and high-priority, VIP meetings.
- Proven expertise in troubleshooting and problem-solving complex AV and IT systems.
- Strong ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, while staying
- accountable for results.
- Technical proficiency in AV and IT systems, including hardware, software, and
- networking.
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to track and document work effectively.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on collaboration and
- relationship management.
- Adaptable and flexible, able to respond effectively to technology failures and changing
- conditions.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Deliver expert technical support for IT/AV systems within the organization, ensuring
- seamless operations across meetings and events.
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and manage the life cycle of AV systems to guarantee reliability
- and performance.
- Provide high-touch, white-glove support for VIPs, ensuring their needs are met with
- professionalism and discretion.
- Learn and deploy new hardware and software as the organization adopts new AV
- technology.
- Track team tickets in a centralized system, ensuring thorough documentation, timely
- completion, and proactive follow-ups.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues with on-campus AV equipment, including networked
- devices.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for end-user questions and guidance on IT/AV
- systems and workflows.
- Develop, maintain, and update IT/AV documentation, delegating tasks when
- appropriate.
- Provide training to team members and end users on AV technology and best practices.
Desired Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience managing IT/AV projects, from planning to execution.
- Knowledge of digital signage solutions and their integration with AV systems.
- Networking/IP knowledge, including troubleshooting networked AV systems.
- Proficiency in tools and platforms such as:
- Crestron systems and XiO Cloud, Extron, Shure, Biamp, QSC, Zoom/Zoom
- Rooms, NEAT devices.
- Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android operating systems.
- Industry certifications like CTS, CTS-D, or CTS-I are a strong plus but not required.
Working Conditions
Office-based position, with occasional event-based adjustments to working hours.
Physical ability to lift and transport equipment up to 50 lbs.
Full-time, on-site role with standard working hours of 8:00 AM 5:00 PM, Monday
through Friday, with flexibility for early or late shifts as needed.
This role is perfect for an IT/AV professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values
collaboration, and excels at troubleshooting and problem-solving. If youre passionate about
delivering top-tier technical support and creating seamless IT/AV experiences, we encourage
you to apply!