AV Technician

KLA Laboratories, Inc.; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

KLA Laboratories, Inc. is seeking an A/V Technician to install, operate, and maintain audio, video, and lighting systems across meetings, conferences, and events. You will read diagrams, set up equipment, and ensure client specifications are met.

This role requires 4 years of large-scale A/V experience, travel, and the ability to work evenings/weekends. You will troubleshoot issues on-site, manage inventory, and coordinate with event coordinators to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience with large-scale A/V systems, including design, installation, engineering, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Order preparation, transporting, setting up, and disassembling of A/V equipment.
• Operate audio systems, microphones, video systems, projectors, screens, lighting systems, and cameras during events.
• Troubleshoot all A/V system components in demanding situations.
• Assemble equipment, racks, and cables in an organized fashion.
• Oversee large scale events as lead technician to ensure timely and quality solutions.

Skills

Digital audio consoles

Video switchers

A/V Networking

DMX lighting consoles

Tools

Qsys

Crestron

Dante

DMX lighting

Job description

A/V TechnicianClassification: Non-ExemptReports to: Director of A/V ProductionsOur MissionFor almost a century, KLA’s mission is to create value by delivering world-class communications solutions.Your ImpactThe A/V Technician role is responsible for the setup, operation, and maintenance of A/V equipment in various settings including meetings, conferences, events, educational spaces and more. This role ensures that audio, video, and lighting systems work effectively to support positive customer experience and outcome. The technician will also troubleshoot technical issues, manage equipment inventory, and provide on-site support for events.A Glimpse of What You’ll DoOrder preparation, transporting, setting up, and disassembling of A/V equipmentOperate audio systems, microphones, video systems, projectors, screens, lighting systems, and cameras during eventsTroubleshoot all A/V system components in demanding situationsAssemble equipment, racks, and cables in an organized fashionAbility to read diagrams, drawings, and event orders to accurately meet client specifications for equipment placement and functionalityResponsible for inventory management, maintenance, repairs, and QC of equipmentOversee large scale events as lead technician to ensure timely and quality solutions are providedDevelop and maintain relationships with clients and event coordinators to produce repeat business and trustWhat You BringAn advanced level of technical A/V skills in large scale environmentsIn depth understanding of the following:Operating digital audio consoles and routingOperating multi-input video switchers, distributionDMX lighting consoles, intelligent lighting fixtures, patchingBasic knowledge of integrated audio, video, and control systemsBasic knowledge of A/V Networking, A/V over IPTechnical certifications related to field, and/or equivalent technical knowledge preferredQsys (Level 1 and above)Crestron (Flex and above)Dante (Level 2 and above)Team player who thrives in fast-paced, detail-oriented environmentsClear and concise communicator with team and clientsSelf-starter, able to work efficiently without direct supervisionAbility to analyze and solve situations for future problem preventionMaintain professionalism and quality decision making in high stress situations to ensure customer confidenceFour years of experience with large-scale A/V systems, including design, installation, engineering, and troubleshootingAdditional InformationDays and hours may vary; evening and weekend work will be required depending on the needs of the businessThis position operates 75% of the job functions in the field at customer siteTravel is primarily local, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expectedFrequently required to lift or move up to 75 poundsPlease note this job description, is meant to be a representation of the physical demands, work environment, and day-to-day activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job; it is not meant to be all-inclusive or limited to the above outline. To remain an industry leader, duties, responsibilities and activities of any KLA Laboratories employee may change, at any time, to meet the needs of the Company or the Customer, with or without notice.