AV Technician

Milwaukee Area Technical College; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

MATC in Mequon is seeking an AV Technician to support the Faculty Resource Center, staff, and faculty on campus and in distance education. You will manage audio-visual services and production for media needs, applying independent judgment and a collaborative approach to problem solving.

You will work with a team to plan equipment purchases, install new tools, and train users. This part-time role is based at the Mequon MATC Campus with regular second-shift hours.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Graphics Technology or related field with 2 years of visual communications/media tech experience.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience with 2+ years in visual communications/media tech.

Responsibilities

• Support Faculty Resource Center hardware and software, maintain equipment.
• Prepare annual instructional technology budget and coordinate siteneeds with vendors.
• Provide technical support for collaborative technology and distance education connections.
• Train faculty and staff to produce instructional materials and use AV equipment.
• Coordinate with outside consultants and internal staff for site media needs.

Skills

AV equipment operation

Multimedia presentation

Video conferencing

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Associate’s degree in Graphics Technology

Bachelor’s degree or related field

Job description

Description

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we share and are focused on students with the greatest needs. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who share the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at www.matc.edu.

Under the leadership of Coordinator of Learning Services, the AV Technician supports and coordinates campus services instructional media needs. Assists staff and faculty (both on-campus and distance education), by the recommendation and installation of current and new instructional tools and technology. Maintains Faculty Resource Center, providing audio-visual services and production services for media needs. Work is performed with considerable independent judgment, creativity and ingenuity to analyze and to resolve problems. Supervision received is general in nature using established procedures and general objectives. Works closely with other professionals in a team approach. Communication is continuous between the division, industry partners, and vendors.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages and provides support for Faculty Resource Center’scomputer stations and FRC copy center; maintains hardware andsoftware supplies.
• Prepares annual Instructional Technology budget for classroom,conference room and collaborative technology needs; works withvendors and internal staff to identify and implement specific siteneeds and system planning.
• Provides technical support of collaborative technologycommunication such as two-way, multipoint video and futuretechnologies; implements distance education connections witheducational agencies.
• Provides equipment, software and training support to faculty,staff and student workers to produce instructional materials.
• Schedules, routes, maintains, purchases, and updates A/Vequipment.
• Uses graphic techniques including desktop publishing,photography, and videography to assist faculty and staff within instruction and department media needs.
• Assists in specification, procurement, inspection, installationand start-up of new equipment.
• Coordinates trade show booths, assists in recruitment andmarketing events; serves on various media design committees.
• Collaborates with outside consultants and internal staff tocreate and organize activities for specific site needs, and systemplanning.
• Attends in-service training, workshops and other educationalactivities as required or assigned.
• Performs other related duties as required for the efficientoperations of the division.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Compliance with all state, federal, and accreditation standards/requirements, as well as all MATC policies and procedures.

Required Education and experience

Associate’s degree in Graphics Technology or in a related field with two (2) years of occupational experience in visual communications and/or media technologies.

Preferred Education

Bachelor’s degree or any equivalent experience in related field with over two (2) years of occupational experience in visual communications and/or media technologies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of college supported computer operatingsystems, application software, and hardware.
• Working knowledge of visual design and the techniques ofmultimedia presentation.
• Working knowledge of the principles and processes involved inalternative delivery and video conferencing.
• Skill in the operation and care of a variety of audiovisual andcomputer equipment and software.
• Ability to communicate effectively through both oral andwritten means.
• Ability to establish, collaborate and maintain effective workrelationships with peers, students, teachers, staff,representatives of outside agencies, educational institutions, andthe general public.
• Ability to convey an image of professionalism and dedication inwork related activities.
• Ability to work with culturally diverse student and employeepopulations.
• Proficiency in the use of computers and software specific toposition, including spreadsheets and the Internet.
• Ability to work successfully with minimal supervision and toprovide a leadership role to others.
• Ability to establish workflows, manages multiple projects, andmeets necessary deadlines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs., carry, and push up to 20 lbs.and ability pull up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb stairs and a ladder and maintainbalance.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, hear and speak.
• Sitting/Standing/Walking: 50% of time spent sitting, 25% oftime standing, and 25% of time walking.

Supplemental Information

Start Date

This position supports the Information Technology Department and is available starting in May 2026.

Hours

This position is a part-time position working no more than 19 hours per week. Hours are second shift, Monday through Thursday. This position is based out of the Mequon MATC Campus.

Salary

Salary is listed to the midpoint of the salary range and is based on the 2025/2026 rates and are determined by years of experience credit and internal salary equity.

Application Materials

Along with your completed applications, please upload a resume. Education will be formally verified prior to offer.

Interviews

Selected candidates will be invited to complete a one-way virtual interview for this position after applications close on February20, 2026.

EEO

Milwaukee Area Technical College will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law.

Milwaukee Area Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator/Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact our office at 414-297-6529 (Wisconsin Relay System: 711) or email [e-mail].