Audio/Visual Technician

Reports to: Head of Technical Services

Term of employment: Twelve-month position

Qualifications

• Aptitude in overall operation of audio-visual aids and various electronic equipment
• Successful completion of an audio visual and/or electronics program at a technical school or equivalent
• Knowledge of general maintenance of projectors, sound systems, televisions, and various audio/visual and electronic equipment
• Background, experience, and training in computer and electronic equipment repairs and maintenance
• Experience with preparing and purchasing presentations for large audiences
• Valid New Jersey Driver’s License

Essential Function

The technician provides service functions to district schools in the areas of audio/visual and electronic equipment repairs. The technician must be able to travel between buildings, navigate stairs, and move throughout schools while carrying necessary equipment.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and installs equipment
• Repairs and maintains all audio visual and electronic equipment as necessary
• Orders parts and schedules repairs after consultation with the Technology Manager
• Establishes preventative maintenance programs on equipment to assure trouble-free operations
• Maintains a perpetual inventory of equipment, supplies, replacement parts, and replacement bulbs
• Processes repair orders (seeks outside repairs on sophisticated special type equipment) as needed
• Assists in the selection of audio/visual and electronic equipment
• Keeps individual service records and records of repairs on equipment
• Provides staff instruction in machine operations and minor repairs
• Assists in the pick-up and delivery of audio/visual and electronic equipment/materials within the district
• Performs routine maintenance and repairs on the audio/visual and electronic equipment
• Performs routine maintenance and repairs on the district’s clock systems and intercoms
• Provides technical assistance in the use of poster printers, laminating machines, and other technology used for instruction
• Prepares and runs all district-related meetings/presentations or assists as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor, the Superintendent of Schools, or their designee

Pay

$59,163