Event Technician - Tahlequah

Northeastern State University; Tahlequah (OK); On-site; USD 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeastern State University is hiring an Event Technician for its Auxiliary Services. This role involves event setup and breakdown, maintaining equipment inventory, and ensuring quality customer service. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED and relevant experience, along with the ability to handle physical demands of the job.

Benefits

Generous leave time

Qualifications

• Sufficient experience in event support, usually 1-2 years.
• Ability to obtain a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down events for Auxiliary Services.
• Manage inventory and provide customer service experiences.
• Transport equipment to various locations.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Interpersonal Interaction

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

N99735Event Technician
Auxiliary Services - Tahlequah
JOBSUMMARY

Thisposition will provide event support to the Department of Auxiliary Services.The primary responsibilities are to efficiently set-up and breakdown events,maintain equipment inventory and provide quality customer service experiences.

MAJOR DUTIES

Orchestrate event set-ups and breakdowns for Auxiliary Services scheduled events
Provide basic A/V troubleshooting assistance
Manage equipment inventory, including but not limited to chairs, tables, mics, podiums, coolers, A/V equipment, staging and linen
Ensure timely and accurate event set-up
Establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, staff, faculty and external clients
Transportation of event equipment to various locations on NSU campuses
Lock and unlock meeting spaces as scheduled
General light cleaning that includes but is not limited to sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting and trash removal
Event equipment assembly and maintenance
Communicate maintenance and custodial issues to Facilities Management
Follows policies and procedures related to emergency and risk management
Perform other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

Knowledge of general event setup practices
Knowledge of general A/V setup and troubleshooting
Knowledge of safety and risk management policy
Skill in problem solving and critical thinking
Skill in communication and interpersonal interaction

SUPERVISORYCONTROLS

The Assistant Director of Auxiliary Services assigns workin terms of general instruction, requiring some judgement and interpretation. Thesupervisor reviews work through spot checks as work is being completed.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include university policies and procedures,OSHA rules, and safety procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selectionand interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

The work consists of varied event support duties. The variety of functions to be completed contributes to the complexity of the position.
The purpose of this position is to assist in event set-up and breakdown facilitation.

CONTACTS

Contacts are typically with co-workers, other university personnel, faculty, staff, students, community and business leaders, vendors, and members of the general public.
Contacts are typically to resolve problems and to provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed while standing or walking and often includes bending, crouching or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects and will sometimes be climbing ladders.
The work is typically performed in a stockroom and may include exposure to dust, dirt and grease. Work may also be performed outdoors and occasionally in cold or inclement weather.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENTRESPONSIBILITY

None

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Possess a High School Diploma or GED.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Oklahoma for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Annual salary $30,360.00 with excellent benefits, including generous leave time.
Anticipated hire date: 7/7/2025
Applications will be accepted until: 6/13/2025
NOTE: Posting will close to applicants at 11:59 p.m., CST, on the date above. An application cannot be changed after it has been submitted.

To complete the application process, it is critical to create a profile.

Notice to applicants

It is Northeastern State University’s policy that all newly hired employees must provide an original social security card during the hiring process. Failure to provide an original social security card will delay the hiring process and ability to begin employment.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Northeastern State University, as an equal opportunityemployer, complies with all “applicable” federal and statelaws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action.Northeastern State University is committed to a policy ofequal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminatebased on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, maritalstatus, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability,or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programsand activities, and/or admissions.