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Position Summary Information

Summary Reporting to the Audio Visual Services Manager, the Audio Visual Services Technician directs and coordinates state-of-the-art audio visual support services for all campus events. The Audio Visual Services Technician will maintain / upgrade equipment, operate multimedia equipment and troubleshoot problems. The position works cooperatively with the Office of Conferences and Events to ensure seamless delivery of services and is responsible for performing the following duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Other duties may be assigned.

• Plans, schedules and supports audio visual service needs throughout CBU’s main campus for inside and outside clients, including conferences, lectures, meetings, performances and special events.
• Consults with users on event needs and makes audio visual equipment and labor recommendations.
• Acts as an additional point of contact and conducts tours of campus facilities for potential clients.
• Interacts with clients in anticipation of and during events, ensuring the highest level of quality and customer service for all conferences, events and services.
• Assists with the planning and implementation of annual major campus events such as Commencement, New Student Orientation and Homecoming (and, as appropriate, other large-scale events).
• Prepares facilities for requested audio visual services and troubleshoots media-related concerns.
• Trains users in equipment usage.
• Maintains equipment inventories, monitors equipment check-out / return, and recommends system upgrades.
• Operates complex, state-of-the-art sound, lighting and media presentation systems.
• Assists with webcasts, podcasts, video, and audio teleconferences.
• Provides theatrical designs in the areas of scenic, staging, rigging, lighting and sound as needed, in consultation with internal and external clients.
• Coordinates staffing needs for special events.
• Engages in research for the purchase of audio, lighting, and video equipment.
• Recruits, trains and supervises the training of student workers on sound, lighting, staging and rigging as it pertains to classroom A / V technology and all internal / external events.
• Assists in map creation and layout for events.
• Oversees and assists setups for Conferences and Events across campus.
• Repairs and maintains audio, video, and lighting equipment regularly.
• Repairs and maintains C&E equipment including tables, chairs, golf cars, etc.

Supervisory Responsibilities This position is responsible for assigning work and / or giving direction to part-time student workers, to complete work assignments. Other Knowledge Skills and Abilities To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or abilities required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit; and requires sufficient hand, arm and finger dexterity to operate computer keyboard and other office equipment, as well as operate machines and power equipment. Requires strenuous physical work, heavy lifting, pushing and / or pulling may be required of objects over 50 pounds. Requires visual acuity to read words and numbers; speaking and hearing ability sufficient to communicate in person or over the phone. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke and / or unpleasant odors. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud at times. Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions. Assignments could require working in tight spaces, under low light levels and at heights with exposure to electrical wires. Education and / or Experience Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university; and two to three years’ experience in audiovisual integration or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and successful experience in a related field.