AV Technician II

Oklahoma State University; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an AV Technician II to enhance audiovisual operations on campus. This dynamic role involves assisting in the management of AV classrooms, troubleshooting technical issues, and maintaining operational documentation. Ideal candidates will possess a strong foundation in multimedia systems, excellent communication skills, and the ability to think critically about technology. Join a vibrant team dedicated to creating a supportive environment for learning and innovation, where your contributions will directly impact the educational experience of students and faculty alike.

Qualifications

• One year experience in multimedia and/or broadcast systems.
• Ability to perform basic tasks on multiple OS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supporting OSU campus AV classrooms and systems.
• Oversee Control Room operations and perform troubleshooting.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Installation

Maintenance

Communication Skills

Logical Thinking

Education

High School/GED

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or broadcasting

Tools

Crestron hardware/software

Microsoft OS

MAC OS

Job description

Position Details

Req ID: req19514

Position Title: AV Technician II

Position Type: Staff Full-Time

Position Number: AS9508

OSU Campus: Stillwater

Department: Inst For Tchg and Lrng Excellence

Location Address: Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078 USA

Hiring Supervisor: Jeff Huber, Associate Director

Hiring Range: (Contingent upon available funding): 17.50 - 23.00, Hourly

Work Schedule: M-F 8-5 with some nights and weekends

Job Summary: The Audiovisual Technician II is responsible for keeping activities and tasks moving by assisting the Control Room Audio-Visual Coordinator as necessary to properly support the OSU campus AV classrooms, ticket system, and departmental inventory. This position will be responsible for creating and maintaining standard operational procedure documentation. This position will oversee the Control Room operations in the absence of the Control Room Audio Visual Coordinator. This position will perform problem solving and troubleshooting for managed systems and perform diagnosis of unexpected systems failures, performance degradation, and user reported incidents. Responsibilities may include direct installation of multiple types of communications cabling, enclosures, and hardware associated with television broadcast video and audio media, and system integration of equipment.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Please submit application and 3 references.

Education & Experience

Required Qualifications:

1. High School/GED
2. One year experience in operations, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, installation and design of multimedia and/or broadcast systems or other related fields.
3. The candidate for this position should have the ability to think logically and clearly regarding audio video technologies to include classroom technology and/or broadcast technology.
4. The candidate should also be able to perform basic tasks on multiple OS platforms to include MAC OS, Microsoft OS, and associated Microsoft applications.
5. The candidate should have some knowledge of AV Systems and/or broadcast workflows.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or broadcasting.
2. Two years’ experience in operations, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, installation and design of multimedia and broadcast systems.
3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
4. Ability to develop new ideas while understanding the implications of technical and logistical factors.
5. Requires complex and original thinking.
6. Some knowledge of Crestron hardware/software a plus.
7. Some knowledge of broadcast production workflows a plus.

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.