Tech Crew Member, Sound​/Lighting

Position: Tech Crew Member, Sound/Lighting - $9.50/hour
Position Details

Position Information

Position Title
Tech Crew Member, Sound/Lighting - $9.50/hour

Position Type
Student

Number of Open Positions
6

Department
Conference Services - Sound & Lighting (3036)

Campus
Main Campus (Grantham)

Supervisor
Spencer Rennels

Work Period
Acad Yr 2025-26

Hours Per Week
10

Duration of Appointment
Fall, Spring

Work Schedule

Varies based on event needs, but will include evenings and weekends

Position Description

Position Summary

Tech Crew Team Members are responsible for supporting the technical requirements for all university functions and events by setting up and operating sound, lighting, and A/V equipment.

Major Preferred

Engineering, Communications, Computer Science, Music, Digital Media - However, all majors will be considered.

Experience Required

Sound or Lighting Set-up and Operation
Customer Service

Experience Preferred

Experience with digital audio consoles is helpful, but not required.

Skills, Characteristics Required for Position

Must be willing and able to learn how to operate and maintain sound and lighting equipment
Must be flexible and able to take direction well
Must work well under pressure and remain calm in stressful situations
Independence, self-motivation, common sense, and creativity are desirable qualities for the position

Dress Code Requirements

Close-toed shoes must be worn at all times.
Employees will be advised on dress requirements for certain events.

Special Working Conditions

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to work from heights while standing on a ladder or a lift
Ability to work long hours including early mornings and/or late nights
Frequent night and weekend work is required for this position

Background Check Required
No

Primary Duties

1. Set-up, operation, monitoring, troubleshooting, and teardown of various lighting, sound, and video equipment for chapels, concerts, lectures, banquets, and other university events.
2. Organization and preparation of all technical equipment.
3. Perform minor repairs and maintenance on equipment as needed.
4. Transportation of sound, lighting, and video equipment around campus.
5. Maintain inventory and organization of multiple storage facilities.
6. Communicate effectively with the Sound & Lighting Technician and Coordinator.
7. Maintain consistent and reliable attendance.

Secondary Duties

1. Assist the Sound, Lighting, and Event Coordinator, Sound & Lighting Technician, and Event Coordinators and Assistants as required.
2. Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Open Until Filled
Yes

Final date to receive applications

Quicklink for Posting
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