Senior Audio-Visual Technician

Position Title Senior Audio-Visual Technician Position Number 999873 Position Status Full-Time Regular Work Hours

Mon-Fri, 8a-5p(occasional evenings or weekends as needed)

Location Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Description

University Overview

Wichita State University has a long tradition of innovation and entrepreneurship that spurs the economy and serves the needs of the local community. This is the place where anything is possible. Where collaboration and innovative ideas shape the future, and entrepreneurship is in our bones. If you have the creativity, passion and insight to help us build a brighter future for our city, state and world-this is the place where you belong.

Position Specific Responsibilities

A tech wonderland is what we hope you see when you look at us! Dive into a playground of AV gear where you can tinker, tweak, and transform. In this role be our main installer for all the hardware needs of clients & around the university campus.

We need a maestro who can nail down the nitty-gritty of AV installations and support a team who wants to learn your ways of efficiency. Know your way around IP equipment and can handle anything from the latest gadgets to retro relics with equal finesse because we've got a little of it all. Installers need a role model from how to install, to explaining plans to end users to keeping your cool when the audio gremlins strike. (They always do when you least expect it!).

Explain this tech stuff to non-tech folks without making their eyes glaze over. No two days are the same-so flexibility is key, and boredom is a myth here. Like variety because repairs are needed, and you will get a break from the installs with onsite repairs that can be done.

If you're ready to swap out the mundane with our variety as well as make an impact to our in-house capabilities and become the go-to AV guru, we want to hear from you! Bring your sense of passion for tech, and can-do attitude & leadership style to role model for our team. Apply now and let's make some AV magic together!

Summary of Responsibilities

Installs, maintains, and troubleshoots complex audio and video equipment and systems. Trains audio and video support staff. Coordinates and ensures adherence to work schedules.

Essential Functions

Responds to escalated audio and video maintenance and repair requests and complex troubleshooting scenarios.

Develops and ensures adherence to equipment maintenance and repair schedules and projects.

Installs, troubleshoots, and repairs complex audio and video equipment and systems.

Prioritizes ongoing work requests and allocates staff and resources as needed.

Leads projects and advises on optimal technology setup or methods to improve functionality and/or efficiency. Coaches, trains, or mentors less experienced audio and video technicians.

Commitment

Wichita State University is the only urban-serving public university in Kansas and has the most diverse student body of all the Kansas state universities. Wichita State recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran. Wichita State University has a clear goal in this regard: to be a university that promotes inclusive excellence at every level of our organization. We pride ourselves on being the most innovative university in Kansas, delivering the best educational experience to our students with the distinction for opening pathways to real-life learning, applied research and career opportunities that make people want to stay in Kansas. Our campus provides an experience that promotes all forms of inclusive excellence; a place to learn, work, live and play.

Requirements

Minimum Education

High school diploma or equivalent by hire date

Preferred Education Minimum Experience

Six (6) years of experience in audio-visual, information technology or related field Every 30 hours of college coursework can be substituted for one (1) year of experience.

Preferred Experience Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of audio visual systems, signal distribution, audio-visual installation and repair.

• Ability to troubleshoot electronic hardware to the board level and read and interpret electronic schematics and construction drawings.

• Knowledge of modern construction processes and systems integration project management

• Ability to provide written and verbal reports or instructions to student workers, peers, management, clients, and vendors.

• Attention to details, prioritization, and organizational skill are critical. Must be able to multi-task and prioritize in a dynamic environment and work independently.

• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. Ability to interact with all levels of the organization including management, peers, operators, and vendors.

Licenses, Certificates and Registrations

None

Sponsorship No, due to budget constraints, the University will not sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position. User Export Compliance No export control requirement. Additional Information Special Instructions

Department Information

Department 102810-MRC - Engineering Services

Salary Information

Pay Information Range beginning $40,000/yr, adjusted based on qualifications Overtime Eligibility Yes Eligible for Shift Differential? No Benefits Eligible? Yes Benefit Information

Wichita State University and the State of Kansas offer a variety of benefit programs which are designed to enhance employment. Many of these benefits are available immediately and some with a wait period.

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision and supplemental coverage offerings

• Retirement plan with generous employer contributions

• Basic employer-paid life insurance and optional life insurance

• Employee and Dependent Tuition Assistance Program

• Generous time off accruals

• Full time 12-month employees typically accrue 22 vacation days and 12 days of sick leave per year in addition to 9 annual paid holidays designated by the State of Kansas.

• Additional holidays and/or a discretionary day can be granted by the governor each year.

• Part-time employee accruals are on a pro-rated basis.

• Paid Parental Leave

• State Shared Leave Program

• Employee Assistance Program

• Discounts on campus and throughout Wichita through ShockerStart

You can find more information on benefits in the New/Prospective Employee Benefits Guide.

Requisition Details

Requisition Details

Posting Date 06/17/2024 Closing Date Proposed Start Date

Physical Demands

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements

Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators.

• Frequent 60-90%

Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.

• Frequent 60-90%

Ability to remain in a stationary position.

• Occasional 30-60%

Ability to position self for inspection, construction or maintenance of equipment and/or buildings including confined, elevated and loud noise spaces.

• Occasional 30-60%

Ability to move, transport, and/or deliver items, supplies, or equipment.

• Occasional 30-60%

Ability to move or traverse across campus, within buildings and offices, and/or across external environments.

• Occasional 30-60%

Ability to ascend and descend ladders and/or stairs.

• Occasional 30-60%

Physical Weight Category Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force to constantly move objects.

Additional Physical Demands

Physical Demands Atypical Physical Job Requirements