Event Technician II

Texas A&M University System; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University in College Station, TX is seeking an Event Technician II to support and operate technical equipment for live events, including lighting, audio, and video. This on-site role may coordinate small to large events and requires strong customer service.

The position requires a high school diploma and at least 2 years of related experience; a bachelor’s degree is preferred. Work is Friday–Tuesday with nights, weekends, and holidays required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Execute event related needs as expressed by the customer or event manager.
• Assist in the setup & breakdown of events across campus and venues.
• Teach & supervise staff in operation and best practices of consoles and event hardware.
• Plan, pack, and monitor equipment needed for events and ensure crew awareness.
• Interact with customers to ensure expectations are met and provide excellent service.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

AV setup

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Lighting equipment

Audio/Video equipment

Job description

Job Title

Event Technician II

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

University Center Complex

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

A Glimpse of the Job

The Events Technician II provides event set-up and operation of technical equipment and ambient staging for small and large scale live events and may coordinate small scale events.

Essential Duties and Tasks:

• EVENT SUPPORT & OPERATION: Execute event related needs as expressed by the customer or event manager. Gain a thorough understanding of equipment owned by University Center and Special Events and how best to utilize it in support of events in University Center and Special Events as well as across campus, work to gain a knowledge of installed AV equipment at commonly supported facilities.May operate equipment related to lighting, audio, and/or video as needed for events within our facility and elsewhere on campus.

• EVENT SETUP & BREAKDOWN: Assist in the setup & breakdown of events across campus, to include venues in University Center and Special Events & other buildings/areas of campus.

• INSTUCTION & TUTELAGE: Teach & supervise full-time and part-time staff in the operation and best practices of consoles, equipment, & event-related hardware.

• EVENT SPECIFIC EQUIPMENT PLANNING & EQUIPMENT INVENTORY MONITORING: Examine event needs & determine appropriate equipment needed for small & large scale events. Plan, pack, & appropriately mark necessary gear to ensure fellow crew are aware.

• CLIENT & CUSTOMER INTERACTION: Interact directly with customers/clients on events to ensure that expectations are met. Continue to provide excellent customer service.

What you need to know

Salary Range: $18.23-$20.05

Other Factors:

This position works Friday-Tuesday with days off being Wednesday & Thursday and must be available to work outside of normal business hours including, evening, weekends, and holidays.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2 years of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

• Familiar with stage construction, lighting, and audio/video set-up for optimal performance/display.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Baccalaureate degree

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stoop, bend, crouch; able to lift, move, carry or hoist heavy objects.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.