Audio Visual Services Technician

Position Information

Job Title
Audio Visual Services Technician

Posting Number
S1682P

Pay Range
Compensation for this position is expected to range between $24.00 and $26.00 per hour, in alignment with what California Baptist University (CBU) reasonably anticipates paying for this role. The final rate may vary depending on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and prevailing market conditions. In addition to competitive wages, CBU provides a comprehensive and generous benefits package to eligible employees.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Audio Visual Services Manager, the Audio Visual Services Technician at California Baptist University (CBU) is responsible for coordinating and delivering high-quality, state-of-the-art audiovisual support for all campus events. This role ensures the effective setup, operation, maintenance, and upgrading of multimedia and AV equipment while promptly troubleshooting technical issues. The technician works collaboratively with the Office of Conferences and Events and other campus partners to ensure seamless service delivery and exceptional event support.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Plan, schedule, and coordinate audiovisual service needs across the university’s main campus for internal and external clients, including conferences, lectures, meetings, performances, and special events.
2. Consult with clients to assess event requirements and recommend appropriate audiovisual equipment and staffing solutions.
3. Serve as a secondary point of contact and conduct tours of campus facilities for prospective clients.
4. Engage with clients before and during events to ensure delivery of high-quality service and an exceptional customer experience.
5. Assist in the planning and execution of major campus events such as Commencement, New Student Orientation, Homecoming, and other large-scale functions as assigned.
6. Prepare event spaces with requested audiovisual setups and troubleshoot technical or media-related issues.
7. Provide training and guidance to users on the proper operation of audiovisual equipment.
8. Maintain accurate equipment inventory; oversee equipment check-out/return processes and recommend upgrades as needed.
9. Operate advanced sound, lighting, and multimedia presentation systems.
10. Support webcasts, podcasts, and audio/video teleconferencing services.
11. Develop and implement theatrical design elements—including scenic, staging, rigging, lighting, and sound—in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
12. Coordinate staffing requirements for special events.
13. Conduct research and make recommendations for the acquisition of audiovisual, lighting, and video equipment.
14. Recruit, train, and supervise student employees in sound, lighting, staging, and rigging operations for classroom technology and event support.
15. Assist in event mapping, layout design, and space planning.
16. Oversee and support setup and breakdown activities for events across campus.
17. Perform routine maintenance and repairs on audio, video, and lighting equipment.
18. Maintain and repair conference and event equipment, including tables, chairs, golf carts, and related assets.