Audio Visual Technician

Columbia University
United States, New York, New York
Aug 17, 2025
Job Type: Support Staff - Union Bargaining Unit: Local 2110 Regular/Temporary: Regular Hours Per Week: 35 Standard Work Schedule: Friday to Tuesday, 7:00 am - 3:00 pm Salary Range: $53,226 - $68,398 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary Columbia University's department of University Event Management is the center of event planning and related services for undergraduate students, graduate students, faculty, staff, and alumni. It is our goal to provide excellent facilities and exceptional service for all events, programs, and activities for the Columbia community. We are a customer-focused organization with an immediate opening for an Audio Visual Technician to provide audio/visual services at various events and venues. The incumbent provides audio/visual services at various events and venues. Responsibilities Delivers and sets up audio/visual equipment for conference-style events, including but not limited to video conferencing units, LCDs, laptop computers, and amplification systems. Assists in the maintenance and repair of audio/visual and theatrical equipment. Operates the lighting and/or sound for performance events under the direction of management. Under the direction of the Equipment Manager, assists with inventory control of audio/visual equipment. Responds to customers' questions during an event in a polite and timely manner with complete and accurate information according to department standards. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent required. Must have at least two years of experience working with a variety of audio/visual equipment, including but not limited to video conferencing units, LCDs, laptop computers, and amplification systems. Must be able to work flexible hours and a changing schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as schedule dictates. The ability to work both scheduled and unplanned overtime is required. Excellent customer service orientation and interpersonal skills required with an ability to communicate with a diverse constituency. The ability to multitask is necessary. Utmost discretion and professionalism are required at all times. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.