AV Tech Assistant

University of North Dakota; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

University of North Dakota seeks an Audio/Visual Assistant for part-time shifts in the Memorial Union. Responsibilities include setting up microphones, lights, monitors, cameras, and projectors, coordinating with event staff, and ensuring smooth AV operation during events.

The role focuses on hands-on AV setup and live event support, with an emphasis on safety, reliability, and timely execution, and requires the ability to adapt to changing event needs and technologies.

Qualifications

• Experience with setting up and operating audio/visual equipment.
• Ability to work with event coordinators to discuss requirements.
• Willingness to work flexible evenings/weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up and install microphones, lights, monitors, projectors, speakers, and cameras.
• Meet with Event Coordinators to discuss AV requirements.
• Alter venue layout and run checks on equipment during events.
• Lay out and manage cables; conduct safety checks.
• Operate AV equipment during live events and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

AV equipment handling

On-site teamwork

Time management

Customer service

Tools

Audio/visual equipment

Job description

Salary/Position Classification

• $15.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 10-20 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Setting up and installing microphones, lights, video monitors, projectors, speakers, and video cameras
• Meeting with Event Coordinators to discuss audio, lighting, and video requirements.
• Altering venue arrangements according to layout diagrams.
• Laying electrical and sound cables.
• Conducting sound, visual, and performance quality checks on AV equipment.
• Inspecting mountings and electrical equipment to ensure they conform to health and safety regulations.
• Operating sound and visual equipment during live events.
• Troubleshooting equipment and ensuring events run smoothly.
• Disassembling audio and visual equipment and packing up after the event.
• Monitor events.
• Execute emergency procedures (such as building evacuations or medical emergencies).

Required Competencies

• Requires constant interaction with members of the university community and the general public.
• Requires tone of firm-friendliness to enforce the rules and mission of the department and work efficiently and effectively with patrons and building staff.
• Ability to conduct self in a manner that brings credit to the Memorial Union operations and the university.
• Ability to attend all mandatory Audio/Visual Assistant staff training and meetings.
• Be able to carry/move equipment/furniture/etc.
• Ability to work independently without close supervision.
• Willingness to ask questions.
• Ability to work with diverse groups.
• Ability to adapt to changing procedures and technologies.
• Ability to problem solve creatively and effectively.
• Ability to manage time and projects well.

Minimum Requirements

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including both evenings and rotating weekends.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identityand eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with various audio/visual equipment.
• Consistently meet customers' expectations