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With top notch employee health and retirement benefits, Rensselaer offers its full-time employees a generous paid time off program, tuition remission, and opportunities for career growth. 

Job Summary

The Sr. Audio Video Technician configures, operates, monitors, repairs and maintains AV equipment and cabling and associated services in the Registrar classrooms and for special events. The Sr. AV Technician performs advanced troubleshooting and analysis.

This is a 6-month, benefits eligible position, with the chance for an ongoing appointment.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• Three (3) years of related and progressively more responsible experience in audio/video recording and/or services;
  • OR an equivalent combination of experience and relevant training/education beyond high school
• Valid US driver's license

Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• CTS Certification is preferred

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Advanced understanding of AV equipment and computer hardware and software
• Knowledge of video conferencing and streaming standards
• Ability to quickly and efficiently troubleshoot AV issues
• Computer literacy to include knowledge of Microsoft products and computer networks
• Ability to understand and apply information in AV diagrams, schedules, and schematics
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet established goals and objectives
• Excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills
• Ability to work independently in a variety of technical and operational situations

Preferred Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities

• Knowledge and proficiency in the following:
  • Audio technology
  • Video technology
  • Projection systems
  • Audio Visual Control systems, e.g. Extron
  • Public Address systems
  • Video Conferencing and Video Streaming
  • Setup and operations of live productions and special events

Shift

Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required

This is a fixed term appointment for 40 hours per week for 6 months, with the potential for a longer-term appointment.

Travel

Driving

Incidental driving possible, but not required

Starting Salary/Rate

Expected hiring range: $20.50 - $21.75 / hr

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information

Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).