Sound Engineer | Part-Time | ISU - Stephens Auditorium

Oak View Group; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Savings Plan

401(k) matching

Job summary

Oak View Group is seeking a part-time Sound Engineer in Ames, IA to setup, operate, and tear down audio systems for live events. The role requires availability days, nights, weekends, and holidays, with an hourly pay rate of $38.91.

You will assist with inventory, maintain equipment, and ensure safety protocols while delivering top-tier sound for clients and attendees across venues.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–3 years of prior sound engineering experience.
• Familiar with venue operations and event services.
• Basic inventory tracking and math skills.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and tear down audio systems.
• Work safely in varying weather and times.
• Maintain sound equipment and assist with inventory.
• Provide professional service to clients, staff, and talent.
• Troubleshoot unplanned challenges and meet deadlines.

Skills

Sound engineering

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Work hours flexibility

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Light trucks

Job description

Oak View Group

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world‑class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.

Position Summary

The Sound Engineer will execute the setup, operation, and teardown of audio systems; assist with inventory; and provide general sound system maintenance, as necessary. The position will be part‑time and hourly and should be available to work days and nights, including weekends and holidays.

This role pays an hourly rate of $38.91

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching.

This position will remain open until November 13, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Execute the setup, operation, and teardown of audio systems.
• Work safely and efficiently during varying weather and times of day/night using a variety of equipment.
• Promote a safe working environment for all employees by following the life safety and emergency program as needed.
• Maintain an effective working relationship with clients, employees, exhibitors, patrons, and others encountered in the course of employment.
• Ability to successfully troubleshoot unplanned challenges.
• Remain flexible and adjust to situations as they occur.
• Provides general sound system maintenance and a ssists with inventory.
• Frequent bending, carrying, moving, climbing, working from various heights, lifting, sitting, exposure to moderate‑to‑loud noises, and extensive walking through the building.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. or equivalent is required.
• 2-3 years of previous experience with sound engineering.
• Familiar with operational procedures, facility capabilities, industry terminology, and event-related services.
• Basic math skills to provide accurate inventory tracking and event set‑ups
• Ability to operate equipment such as light trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts, or other equipment is preferred.
• Able to follow detailed instructions and communicate effectively.
• Ability to work independently, exercising judgment and initiative.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Effectively work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to communicate with employees, co‑workers, management staff, and guests in a clear, professional, and courteous manner that fosters a positive, enthusiastic, and cooperative work environment.
• Maintain a professional demeanor among clients, talent, and guests, demonstrating a high level of customer and client service.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to consistently adhere to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, ethics, and confidentiality.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.