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Mount St. Mary's University

Audio Visual Technician Support Specialist

Mount St. Mary's University, Emmitsburg, Maryland, United States, 21727

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Opening for an A/V Tech Support Specialist. This is a full‑time 40‑hour a week position. Overtime and weekends are required. Seeking qualified individuals who will provide audio‑visual technology & equipment support for on‑site users and our Frederick campus. Potential candidates must demonstrate excellent customer‑service skills and technical proficiency in Microsoft Office. The AV Technician Support Specialist reports directly to the ITSC/AV Manager.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Train end‑users on A/V systems & equipment

Provide technical setup and support for Web Conferencing (Zoom, Teams, WebEx, etc.) and troubleshoot equipment

Livestream campus lectures & events

Set up and tear down A/V before and after events

CATV maintenance & repair

In‑depth knowledge of audio systems, mics, mixers, amps, speakers

Live sound management of audio equipment and mixing board for indoor or outdoor events in arenas, chapels, theaters, auditoriums or lecture halls

Responsible for sound checks, equipment placement, volume and quality of sound

Understand and troubleshoot all A/V equipment as well as auditorium & classroom configurations

Document A/V system processes

Coordinate tech & A/V equipment for internal and external users & event requirements

Working knowledge of a range of A/V diagnostic utilities & tools

Collaborate with ITSC/AV Manager on A/V projects and expansion plans

Install, maintain and upgrade equipment and its associated infrastructure

Receive and respond to incoming calls, texts, and/or e‑mails regarding A/V software/hardware problems

Run diagnostic tests to isolate system problems and make recommendations for potential solutions

Perform related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the department

Work independently and with the ITSC Team when necessary

Supervise AV Student Techs

Minor Tasks

Inventory of A/V equipment and tracking

Make Ethernet and coax cables

Other duties as assigned

Special Knowledge

Technical training and experience in personal computer hardware and software, audio visual systems, and networking is required

Familiarity with PCs, cameras, printers, projectors, touch panels, sound systems including mixers, amplifiers, microphones, etc.

Two to three years AV technician or AV installer experience

Proficiency and in‑depth knowledge of AV systems

Ability to read architectural and schematic diagrams (system and building drawings)

Proficiency with PCs and MS Office

Audio DSP programming and balancing

Crestron/AUX/Extron Control System loading and debugging (programming is a plus)

VTC and Digital Media knowledge and experience

Physical Requirements

Ability to climb stairs

Normal, corrective vision range; ability to distinguish letters, numbers & symbols

Ability to lift and move computer equipment, if needed, up to 40 pounds

Must be able to negotiate between various buildings on campus

Must be able to work weekends and overtime based on diverse remote learning class/event schedules

Job Requirements: Education, Experience and Skills

Excellent customer service skills

Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office

AA or vocational high school diploma in audio‑visual engineering or related field and two (2) years as an A/V Technician, or high school diploma/GED and six (6) years of A/V systems experience

Familiarity with PCs, cameras, printers, projectors, PA systems including mixers, amplifiers, microphones and other office equipment

Customer‑focused, promote continuous quality improvement, demonstrate positive attitudes and actions through courtesy, congeniality, cooperation, professionalism, and sensitivity

Exceptionally strong interpersonal skills with focus on rapport building, listening, questioning, and strong documentation skills

Willingness to learn and be part of a team

Salary/Benefits Minimum Pay Rate:

$22.00‑$24.00/hour (compensation dependent on experience, education, and qualifications)

Employee Benefits:

This is a full‑time position with full benefits and annual, holiday and sick leave. The university offers a generous benefits package, including tuition remission for graduate and undergraduate classes at Mount St. Mary's University, a retirement program with a match, and a generous paid time off schedule.

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