Music Venue Engineer

Mdstad; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 91,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

The Maryland Stadium Authority is seeking an experienced AV Technician to oversee sound, lighting, video, and staging systems for events at Camden Yards. You will perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot live productions, and coordinate with in-house and touring crews to ensure flawless event execution.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on experience with venue AV gear, strong safety awareness, and the ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends to support concerts and events.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of AV Technician/House Engineer experience in live venue settings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and troubleshoot production technology for live events.
• Perform preventative maintenance and break/fix tasks on venue AV gear.
• Support events ensuring all sound, lighting, video, and staging run smoothly.

Skills

Signal flow

Electrical safety

Networking DMX Art-Net Dante

Soldering, multimeters

Rigging basics

Event troubleshooting

Tools

Soldering irons

Multimeters

Lighting consoles

DJ/PA gear

Job description

Status: Full-time, Regular, Benefitted, Non-exempt
Location: Facilities – AV Group, Camden Yards Sports Complex, Baltimore, MD
Hiring Range: $90,938 - $113,672 depending upon qualifications. State salary rules may apply for promotions and transferees.
Closing Date: November 13, 2026

NATURE OF WORK

This position is a directly report to the Director, Technical Services & Systems of the Maryland Stadium Authority. The position is responsible for overseeing, maintaining, and troubleshooting the production technology at The Bud Light Talon, a new open-air music stage and pre-game entertainment venue located inside the newly renovated North Plaza of M&T Bank Stadium. In this role, the technician will be the responsible for ensuring that the sound, lighting, video, and staging systems at the venue run flawlessly for every event. The event will be hosting live music performances, corporate and special events, pre-game tailgate watch parties, etc.

This is a hands-on role requiring a blend of technical expertise, preventative maintenance discipline, and live-event troubleshooting skills. If you have a passion for live music and a knack for keeping complex systems running at peak performance, we want you on our team.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

(The duties listed below are intended as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements or duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position).

30%

Preventative Maintenance

 Planning

30%

Break/Fix Maintenance

30%

Event Support

10%

Administration

Break/Fix & Preventative Maintenance

Perform regularly scheduled inspections, cleaning, and testing of all venue AV gear (FOH/Monitor consoles, PA systems, lighting fixtures, LED walls, and microphones).

Diagnose, repair, or replace faulty components (e.g., re-soldering cables, replacing driver diaphragms, swapping out moving light lamps/modules).

Maintain an organized, up-to-date inventory of all AV assets, spare parts, and tools.

Manage equipment firmware updates and software patches across all production networks.

Event Support & Troubleshooting

Act as the primary point of contact for technical emergencies during soundchecks and live events.

Collaborate with touring crew and in-house engineers to quickly resolve signal flow, power, or data issues.

Ensure all backstage, stage power, and intercom systems (e.g., Clear-Com) are fully operational before doors open.

Administrative & Safety Compliance

Keep detailed logs of maintenance schedules, repairs, and equipment failures.

Coordinate with external manufacturers or repair shops for specialized gear servicing or warranty claims.

Ensure all rigging, electrical wiring, and staging setups adhere to strict safety standards and local compliance regulations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

An understanding of basic communications wiring, and computer fundamentals. A working knowledge of digital video, including video encoding and transport, and both digital and analog audio.

An understanding of computer networking, file management, system backup and computer preventative maintenance functions.

An understanding of maintenance best practices of AV and TT equipment.

Ability to use and interpret meters, scopes and monitors for trouble diagnosis.

Ability to work without fear at extreme heights and in confined spaces.

Ability to manager and direct subordinate A/V staff

Effectively plan monthly/weekly/daily work schedules for the venue around venue events

QUALIFICATIONS

General Qualifications:

Experience: At least three (3) years of experience as an AV Technician, Repair Technician, or House Engineer in a live music venue, theater, production rental house, or similar environment.

Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of signal flow, electrical safety, and data protocols, including DMX, Art-Net, Dante, XLR, and NL4.

Hardware and Equipment Skills: Proficiency with soldering irons, multimeters, and standard hand and power tools. Experience with lighting control systems; moving light fixtures; lighting effects equipment (e.g., Barbizon, grandMA, ETC, GLP, Chauvet, and Antari); winches and chain motors (e.g., Polar Focus, CM Lodestar, and Motion Labs); and professional audio equipment (e.g., BSS, Yamaha, JBL, Crown, and Shure).

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, work at heights, and stand for extended periods. Basic rigging experience is preferred.

Availability: Ability to work flexible and unconventional hours, including late nights, weekends, and occasional holidays, based on the venue's concert and event schedule.

Driver's License: Possession of a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

(Special consideration will be given to applicants who possess one or more of the following certifications)

Experience: Five (5) or more years of directly related experience as an AV Technician, Repair Technician, or House Engineer in a live music venue, theater, production rental house, or similar environment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Certifications: Dante (Level 1 or 2), OSHA-10, or specific AV manufacturer training, Network+ certification, Certified fiber termination and maintenance training, Certified Audio Engineer (CAE), SBE.

Education and Experience Equivalencies:

A bachelor's degree in a related field may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience.

An associate's degree in a related field may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.

Accredited education or training in a related field, including military or trade school training, may substitute on a year-for-year basis for up to a maximum of three (3) years of the required experience.

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS ASSESSMENTS

In our commitment to hire, develop, and retain a highly skilled team, all applicants may be required to complete assessments of job-related skills as a condition of employment.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

1. Environment — Work may be performed in a standard office setting with frequent travel to CYSEC locations to perform departmental activities in response to urgent requests or critical incidents. Employee may be required to be present indoors or outdoors in areas of extreme heat or cold. The noise level of the work environment is usually moderate but may be occasionally loud due to alarms, equipment noise, etc. Employee is subject to emergency call-out at any time and may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.

2. Physical — Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting and to participate in urgent and/or emergency response situations; to walk, stand, or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy amounts of weight up to 50 pounds; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including the use of computer keyboards; to operate a vehicle to travel to various locations; to operate and use specialized equipment; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

WORK HOURS

Forty-hour minimum work week is required. Must be available evenings, weekends and holidays as required to support events at MSA’s facilities.

As an equal opportunity employer, The Maryland Stadium Authority is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees, at all job levels, who are reflective of the State’s diversity. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBT+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, and veterans to apply.

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Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 1:00p.m.

The Warehouse at Camden Yards

Conference Room 1

333 W. Camden St., Suite 500

Baltimore, MD 21201

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Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 2:00p.m.

The Warehouse at Camden Yards

Conference Room 1

333 W. Camden St., Suite 500

Baltimore, MD 21201

Agenda / Live Stream

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