Audio Visual Technicians 2026/2027

Burlington High School; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Burlington High School in Burlington, MA is seeking an Audio Visual Technician to provide technical support for school programs, events, and meetings. You will set up and operate audio, lighting, and projection equipment to ensure smooth presentations and performances.

The role requires collaboration with teachers and staff, careful handling of gear, and the ability to troubleshoot routine AV issues. Immediate start; part-time position at $16.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Completion of the Audio, Lighting and Control System Specialist course.
• Knowledge of audio, lighting, projection, and related AV systems.
• Ability to safely and effectively operate microphones, lighting boards, projectors, sound systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work with students, teachers, administrators, and other staff.
• Dependable, professional, and attentive to detail.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and break down microphones, sound systems, projectors, lighting systems, and other AV equipment.
• Operate the school's lighting board and related lighting control systems for events and performances.
• Set up and operate projection and presentation equipment.
• Provide technical support before, during, and after school events and programs.
• Work with teachers, administrators, counselors, and other staff to identify and meet AV needs.
• Troubleshoot routine AV equipment issues.
• Ensure AV equipment is properly stored, maintained, and ready for future use.
• Assist with the coordination and execution of assemblies, town meetings, counseling department events, presentations, performances, and other school functions.
• Follow established safety procedures and appropriate practices when operating and handling AV equipment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Audio troubleshooting

Collaboration

Independent work

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Audio, Lighting and Control System Specialist

Tools

Audio equipment

Lighting boards

Projectors

Sound systems

Job description

Burlington Public Schools Burlington High School - Burlington, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Audio Visual Technician (AV Tech) is responsible for providing technical audio, visual, lighting, and presentation support for high school programs, events, meetings, and activities. The AV Tech ensures that audio visual equipment and systems are properly prepared, operated, and maintained to support the effective delivery of school events and programs.

The AV Tech works collaboratively with teachers, administrators, counselors, the Performing Arts Department, and other school personnel to provide professional and reliable technical support for assemblies, counseling department events, town meetings, staff and community meetings, presentations, and other school functions.

• Set up, operate, and break down microphones, sound systems, projectors, lighting systems, and other audio visual equipment.
• Operate the school's lighting board and related lighting control systems for events and performances.
• Set up and operate projection and presentation equipment.
• Provide technical support before, during, and after school events and programs.
• Work with teachers, administrators, counselors, and other staff to identify and meet audio visual needs.
• Troubleshoot routine audio, lighting, projection, and presentation equipment issues.
• Ensure AV equipment is properly stored, maintained, and ready for future use.
• Assist with the coordination and execution of assemblies, town meetings, counseling department events, meetings, presentations, performances, and other school functions.
• Follow established safety procedures and appropriate practices when operating and handling AV equipment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of theAudio, Lightning and Control System Specialistcourse.
• Demonstrated knowledge of audio, lighting, projection, and related AV systems.
• Ability to safely and effectively operate microphones, lighting boards, projectors, sound systems, and other presentation equipment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, teachers, administrators, and other school personnel.
• Ability to work independently and respond effectively to the technical needs of scheduled school events.
• Dependable, professional, and attentive to detail.

Compensation:

$16.00 per hour

Burlington Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined