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Tech Crew Team Member

Position:

Tech Crew Team Member (8 position available)

Position Summary:

The Tech Crew Team Member is responsible for supporting the technical requirements for all college functions and events by setting up and operating sound, lighting, and A/V equipment.

Hours Required:

This position requires a flexible schedule as hours will vary week by week. Tech Crew Team Members can expect to work anywhere from 5 hours up to 20 hours per week with an average of about 10 hours per week. Required work times include Monday nights from 10 to 11pm, Wednesday nights from 9 to 10pm, and during chapels on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Dress Requirements:

Dress requirements will vary based on the type of event. Closed toe shoes must be worn at all times. Some events will require a shirt and tie for guys and a blouse and skirt/dress pants for girls.

Skills, Characteristics, and Experience Required:     

  • Must have experience in the areas of sound and lighting and demostrate technical proficiency
  • Must be willing and able to learn how to operate and maintain sound and lighting equipment
  • Must have experience in the area of customer service
  • Must be flexible and able to take direction well
  • Must work well under pressure and remain calm in stressful situations
  • Independence, self-motivation, common sense, and creativity are desirable qualities for the position

Special Working Conditions:     

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to work from heights while standing on a ladder or a lift
  • Ability to work long hours including early mornings and/or late nights
  • Tech Crew Team Members must take a college administered driving test to obtain their 15-passenger van license

Primary Duties:     

  • Set-up, operation, monitoring, troubleshooting, and teardown of various lighting, sound, and video equipment for chapels, concerts, lectures, banquets, and other college events.
  • Organization and preparation of all technical equipment.
  • Perform repairs and maintenance on equipment as needed.
  • Transportation of sound, lighting, and video equipment around campus.
  • Maintain inventory and organization of multiple storage facilities.
  • Maintain consistent and reliable attendance.

Secondary Duties:     

  • Assist the Sound & Lighting Technical Coordinator, Sound & Lighting Technician, and Event Assistants as required.
  • Other duties as assigned.