Audio-Visual Technician, Inventory Lead

The Audio-Visual Technician, Inventory Lead provides accurate and timely Audio/Visual and vMix equipment setup, operation, and breakdown for in-person (live) and virtual (recorded or streamed) event productions while ensuring complete customer satisfaction. The position also leads responsibilities related to company-owned or rented A/V equipment.

This is a full-time, hourly position. The primary work locations are a warehouse environment located in Burnsville, MN and event sites, both locally and out of town.

Position Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Work collaboratively with all service teams within metroConnections.
• Participate in all aspects of metroConnections where appropriate/when assigned.
• Work in the warehouse, virtual studio, and on-site at events, both locally and out of town, as scheduled by the Senior Director, Operations.
• Lead responsibilities related to company-owned or rented A/V and vMix equipment; including but not limited to maintaining and updating equipment, quality control upon check-out and check-in, picking up and returning rented equipment.
• Support or Lead the In-Studio or On-Site Setups and Teardowns of A/V and vMix equipment based on event needs/specifications. In-Studio responsibilities take place in Burnsville, MN. On-site responsibilities are held within the Twin Cities metro area and throughout the country; air travel is required.
• Run A/V and vMix equipment with direction from the show caller during in-person (live) and virtual (recorded or streamed) event productions and during rehearsals.
• Troubleshoot and problem solve equipment and software challenges in a timely and professional manner.
• Provide excellent service and maintain a positive relationship with all coworkers and clients through effective communication.
• Serve in additional on-site positions during events, as scheduled by the Senior Director, Operations and directed by the on-site program lead.

Minimum Qualifications include:

• 2+ years of customer service or hospitality experience is preferred.
• 2+ years of audio/visual experience is preferred.
• 2+ years of broadcast/streaming experience is preferred.
• A valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Exhibit strong technical skills.
• Ability to learn and teach new techniques in a collaborative environment.
• Excel in verbal communication (English is the primary language).
• Ability to take direction and work independently.
• Exhibit strong attention to detail.
• Multi-task efficiently while maintaining big-picture thinking.
• Manage stress successfully: adapt to change, trouble-shoot, and make decisions while maintaining a calm demeanor.
• Maintain a cheerful and positive attitude.
• Ability to be on your feet for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift 100 lbs.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Willingness to work evening and weekend hours.
• Willingness to travel for multiple days at a time.

Requirements:

DOT Certification (arranged for and paid by metroConnections). A DOT physical will be required.

Benefits Package Highlights:

• Paid Time Off – Starting with 15 PTO Days
• Paid Holidays – 9.5 Days Annually, including Employee-Owner Appreciation Day (first Friday of March)
• Employee-Owned – Employee Stock Ownership Plan – Retirement Plan 100% funded by the company
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Medical and Dental Insurance – 50% company paid
• Options for Voluntary Disability Insurance, Voluntary Vision Insurance, Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Parental Leave – 10 Days Paid
• Bereavement – Up to 5 Days Paid per occurrence
• Annual Uniform Allowance
• Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement

Compensation

$28.00 per hour

Please send your resume to jobs@metroconnections.com.  No phone calls please.

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