What are the responsibilities and job description for the Audio Visual Technician 1 position at Forest Lawn Memorial Parks and Mortuaries?
Brief Description
POSITION SUMMARY: Performs commercial audio/visual work that includes but not limited to the following: Performing installation, operation and repair of professional audio/video systems that include audio mixers, video switchers, monitors, LCD displays, video projectors, speakers, video cameras, lighting, and streaming equipment for live events, churches, auditoriums, and conference rooms at all locations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES: This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions this position may be asked to perform. Duties and responsibilities can be changed at any time to meet the needs of the Association.
Required working knowledge of the following:
Forest Lawn has always attracted unique and exceptional individuals; those who aren’t satisfied with simply building a career, but want to go home at the end of the day knowing they’ve made a profound and positive difference in people’s lives.
POSITION SUMMARY: Performs commercial audio/visual work that includes but not limited to the following: Performing installation, operation and repair of professional audio/video systems that include audio mixers, video switchers, monitors, LCD displays, video projectors, speakers, video cameras, lighting, and streaming equipment for live events, churches, auditoriums, and conference rooms at all locations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES: This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions this position may be asked to perform. Duties and responsibilities can be changed at any time to meet the needs of the Association.
- Transport, set up and operate audio, video, lighting, and recording equipment at various locations to provide professional services for funeral services, hosted meetings, and community events.
- Assist and perform installation of audio/video equipment that include monitors, projectors, speakers, cameras, lighting, and streaming equipment for churches, auditoriums, and conference rooms.
- Resolve technical issues for audio and video equipment.
- Perform routine maintenance of AV equipment including system hardware and software upgrades.
- Provide training and technical assistance to end users.
- Operate a variety of powered hand tools including drills, cable cutters, wire strippers, etc.
- Operate platform and boom lift equipment to heights up to thirty feet.
- Able to work independently with little direct supervision and work well with others within a team environment.
- Continue education and skill development to ensure that technical ability is compatible to current requirements.
- Must be flexible to accommodate shift changes including extended hours, weekends, and evenings.
- Ability to work effectively with other departments receiving and communicating instructions via written communication, telephone, or in person.
- Must maintain professional appearance and demeanor
- Strong organizational skills with ability to handle competing priorities.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills and familiarity briefing senior level management.
Required working knowledge of the following:
- Audio Visual equipment including professional digital and analog audio systems, mixers, wired and wireless microphone systems, amplifiers, dynamic processors, video cameras, video and audio recorders, and video projection equipment.
- Multi-source video switchers
- Cable types and application – HDMI, Cat5-8, XLR, SDI, DMX (Ability to build and assemble cables a plus).
- Understanding of AV system networking via Ethernet and Dante
- Operation of both Windows and Mac OS operating systems. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook skills.
- DMX fixture programing a plus
- High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
- Minimum two years of full-time technical experience in the maintenance, repair, and operation of audio-visual equipment.
- Bilingual a plus but not required
- Must have a valid California Driver’s license, including state required levels of active auto insurance.
Forest Lawn has always attracted unique and exceptional individuals; those who aren’t satisfied with simply building a career, but want to go home at the end of the day knowing they’ve made a profound and positive difference in people’s lives.
Salary : $29 - $35