University of Portland is hiring: Pilot Audio and Lighting Technician in Portlan

Position Details

Position Information

Job Title
Pilot Audio and Lighting Technician

Department
Student Activities

Terms and Hours
Flexible hours, mostly in the evenings and on weekends

Job Category
Student Employment

Hourly Wage
Portland Metro Minimum Wage ($16.30)

Job Summary

The position supports the ASUP Service Pilots Audio and Lighting (PAL) and assists in setting up, operating, and breaking down of all PAL equipment at campus events.

Core Duties

• PAL Technicians will aid in all aspects of live entertainment production for various on-campus events.
• This includes, but is not limited to, set-up and strike of audio and/or lighting gear, trussing, stands, cables, etc.
• In addition, Technicians will be responsible for learning and understanding the extent of the PAL gear and systems and be able to operate all systems for the duration of any event.
• Technicians will also be responsible for quickly, quietly and effectively troubleshooting problems both in set-up and during an event, should they arise.
• Technicians will check-in with PAL Director as scheduled prior to and post events to evaluate performance and service.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicants should be able to communicate and interact effectively with fellow technicians, UP Faculty, Staff, students and most importantly clients and guest artists/performers.
• Must be approachable, professional, courteous and patient. Must be willing to go out of one's way to meet artist/client needs and requests.
• Be able to set up and operate both audio and lighting equipment in environments with loud music and/or loud or extraneous background noise.
• Be able to set up and operate both audio and lighting equipment, which include halogen and LED lighting, in environments which may contain different colors and intensities of light, shadows, rapid color and light intensity changes, rapid strobe or flickering effects, and both very brightly and dimly lit scenarios.
• Work in fast paced, stressful, and time-critical situations, in the above mentioned environments.
• Work as a team member or individually, with minimal supervision and direction.
• Problem solving skills are essential.
• Learn audio mixing and production techniques in a fun, safe environment
• Learn how to use technical equipment like audio mixers, speakers, and amplifiers
• Available to take shifts on a more fluid work schedule: events are often non-recurring and can occur any day of the week, including evening hours, i.e. 7pm-midnight, 10pm-1am

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of audio reinforcement systems and/or lighting systems is preferred.
• Design lighting for concerts

Physical Requirements

• Be able to lift 50-75lbs, and push (on wheels) 75-200lbs

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
SE818-2023

Number of Vacancies
2

Estimated Start Date
09/26/2025

Open Date
09/01/2025

Close Date
09/22/2025