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AV Sr. Technology Enhanced Facility Technician - Computing Services

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Job summary

Join a leading university team as an AV Sr. Technology Enhanced Facility Technician, responsible for managing AV equipment and supporting events. Ideal candidates will have experience in audio-visual systems, excellent communication skills, and a passion for technology in educational settings. Enjoy a dynamic work environment and contributions towards enhancing the university's educational mission.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
Generous retirement savings program with employer contributions
Tuition benefits
Ample paid time off and observed holidays
Life and accidental death and disability insurance
Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass
Family Concierge Team assistance for childcare needs
Fitness center access
Additional employee benefits

Qualifications

  • 1-3 years of experience in an Audio-Visual field or equivalent mix of education and experience.

Responsibilities

  • Set up, manage, and maintain audio-visual equipment for university events.
  • Troubleshoot user issues and provide support for live presentations and AV equipment.
  • Responsible for inventory administration and organization of AV equipment.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent mix of education and experience

Job description

The Computing Services central IT department provides services that have a strategic impact on university goals. We make service decisions based on interaction and valuable input from colleagues engaged in the education, research, and administration efforts of the university. We are a learning organization and approach successes and mistakes as a learning experience to continually cultivate a culture of intelligent risk taking. We want to hire versatile team members who are inspired and passionate about their work. Join us and be part of a team committed to excellence, innovation, diversity, team and individual growth.

CMU's Computing Services department is searching for a AV Sr. Technology Enhanced Facility Technician. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in an interesting and challenging work environment. You will contribute to the department by being a technical lead that is responsible for meeting service expectations for the customers under the Desktop Support Program.

This position is responsible for set up, managing, and maintaining the audio-visual equipment that support University events on and off campus, also resident equipment associated with technology enhanced facilities. Ensure all the audio-visual presentations and equipment are configured, set up correctly, operates smoothly, and is taken down and stored properly. Position will be responsible for fulfilling orders for Event services. This position may be responsible for the temporary installation, maintenance, and repair of AV equipment. May be required to repair equipment, maintain a catalog of equipment the organization owns, set up and operate equipment during events and demonstrations, etc. Provide support for live presentations, distance learning and audio/video conferencing. This role will work University faculty, staff, and students, and may work with outside vendors and non-university contractors for the implementation and support of AV equipment.

Your core responsibilities will include:

  • Responsible for delivery, set-up, operation, and retrieval of A/V equipment that is used for university events

  • Maintains inventory and inspects departmental equipment. Locates and retrieves missing equipment. Consults and recommends on the purchase of AV equipment to replace or be added to equipment inventory

  • May train or instruct students, staff, or faculty on the operation of A/V equipment.

  • Trouble shoots user issues

  • May film video productions

(35%) Entering equipment in Web Checkout, for Registrar and Departmental projects, when it arrives in Cyert A101 or elsewhere on campus

  • Inventory administration and organization

  • Updating Registrar inventory when equipment is moved or installed

  • Ensuring the equipment is accounted for during preparations for installation

  • Assisting with disposing of equipment properly

  • Verifying Registrar inventory during the annual cleanings

  • Ensuring that all purchase date, purchase price, vendor and warranty information is entered in Web Checkout for each piece of equipment

(20%) Printer support

  • Daily rounds visiting campus printer locations

  • Maintenance

  • Monitoring ServiceNow

  • Troubleshooting

  • Escalating issues appropriately to Principal Technicians

  • Producing reports

  • Assisting with the yearly maintenance

  • Assisting with the regular equipment refresh cycle for Printers

(20%) Computer Lab and classroom computer and webstation support

  • Daily rounds visiting computer lab locations and webstations

  • Maintenance

  • Monitoring ServiceNow

  • Troubleshooting

  • Escalating issues appropriately to Principal Technicians

  • Producing reports

  • Assisting with yearly maintenance

  • Assisting with the refresh cycle for the computer lab, auditorium, and web station computers

(15%) Registrar Classroom support

  • Meeting instructors in spaces to assist with Audio Visual system use

  • Assisting with the audio-visual system inspections as needed

  • Monitoring ServiceNow

  • Troubleshooting

  • Escalating issues appropriately to Principal Technicians

  • Producing reports

  • Assisting with yearly maintenance

  • Assisting with the refresh cycle for Registrar classrooms

(5%) Customer Service

  • Answering calls (ex: Trouble calls, orders)

  • Sending updates for reported issues to faculty and staff members

  • Communicating with TEF Reg, TEF Dept, Events and AVDD

  • Other duties as assigned

Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Computing Services. Inclusion, collaboration, and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

Qualifications:

  • Associate's Degree or equivalent mix of education and experience

  • 1-3 years of experience in an Audio-Visual field, or equivalent mix of education and experience

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

Certifications: (Preferred)

  • AVIXA Certified Technology Specialist (CTS)

  • Crestron DMC-T, DMC-E & DMC-D

  • Extron AV Associate

Requirements:

  • Successful background check

***This position will have a start date of August 4th***

Are you interested in this exciting opportunity?! Apply today!

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.

Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insuranceas well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.

Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page.

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it's about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Technicians

Position Type

Staff - Regular

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

Hourly

More Information:

  • Please visit "Why Carnegie Mellon" to learn more about becoming part of an institution inspiring innovations that change the world.

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  • Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.

  • Statement of Assurance

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