AV Technician

Golden Nugget Las Vegas; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury casino-resort is seeking an audio-visual technician to manage in-house systems and support live events. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, a background in electronics, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include setting up equipment, coordinating with entertainment groups, and ensuring high-quality guest experiences.

Qualifications

• At least one year of audio-visual experience or two years of progressive A/V experience.
• Thorough knowledge of current lighting systems and willingness to learn new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all in-house audio-visual systems and technology.
• Ensure sound and light equipment is set up and functioning for events.
• Assist performers with sound, lighting, and video equipment.

Skills

Decision-Making

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Verbal Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in Electronics

Job description

Golden Nugget Lake Charles is a luxury casino-resort that opened in December 2014. The property features nearly 1,100 well-appointed hotel rooms and suites with private balconies, an eighteen-hole championship golf course, a private beach and marina, and a luxurious pool complex with private cabanas, a waterslide, and a lazy river. Patrons enjoy a 2000-seat entertainment showroom, various meeting spaces, retail shops ranging from fine jewelry to resort wear, and several Landry’s signature restaurants. The Golden Nugget also includes a world-class casino with over 70 table games, a poker room, and 1,600 of the newest slot machines. We offer numerous employment opportunities across hotel operations, restaurants, finance, marketing, entertainment, casino management, and more. If your skills and talents match our needs, we can open the door to your next career opportunity!

Fertitta Entertainment, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a diversified national organization involved in gaming, restaurants, hospitality, entertainment, and retail. We own and operate the Golden Nugget Hotels and Casinos in Las Vegas, Laughlin, Atlantic City, and Biloxi. We are also one of the largest full-service restaurant operators in the US, with over 420 locations across 35 states and 15 countries, under brands like Rainforest Cafe, Saltgrass Steakhouse, Landry’s Seafood House, Chart House, The Oceanaire Seafood Room, Bubba Gump, Morton’s – The Steakhouse, McCormick’s & Schmick’s, Claim Jumper, and Mastros. Additionally, we own and operate hotels such as the San Luis Resort, Spa and Convention Center in Galveston, Texas, along with aquarium complexes, the Kemah Boardwalk, and the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Entertainment Manager, the incumbent is responsible for all in-house audio-visual systems, including digital video distribution, Crestron panels, CobraNet, DSP, and associated technology such as digital signage, TV feeds, microphones, and sound systems.

• Exhibit conduct in accordance with all Gaming Commission Regulations, Federal and State laws, and Golden Nugget policies.
• Consistently deliver positive, courteous, and professional guest service in all interactions.
• Ensure sound and light equipment is properly set up and functioning for in-house systems and special events.
• Assist performers with unloading and setting up sound, lighting, and video equipment efficiently and professionally.
• Coordinate with entertainment groups to manage their equipment and assist with in-house sound, lighting, and video setups.
• Schedule and monitor music systems and assist outlets with creating custom playlists.
• Maintain responsibility for company property and equipment.
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of current lighting systems and seek to learn new technologies.
• Program and operate lighting consoles for both conventional and intelligent fixtures, and expand knowledge of new equipment.
• Ensure all in-house equipment is in proper working order.
• Wire, patch, and program audio, lighting, and video equipment for various performances and events accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean, safe, hazard-free work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Associate’s degree in Electronics.
• At least one year of audio-visual experience, or a minimum of two years of progressive A/V and entertainment experience, or equivalent training and education demonstrating the ability to perform the duties.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must possess solid decision-making, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Excellent verbal communication skills are required. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multitasking environment and establish positive, professional relationships. Flexibility to work occasional overtime and irregular hours.

About the company

The Golden Nugget Las Vegas is a luxury hotel and casino located in downtown Las Vegas, Nevada, on the Fremont Street Experience.