AV Technician I

About the role

As a member of the Pyramid Global family, you'll enjoy comprehensive benefits including:

• 401k with a company match and immediate vesting after 90 days of service
• Access to multiple free wellness platforms such as SupportLinc and Ramsey SmartDollar for you and all members of your household
• Extensive training programs for hospitality and non-hospitality skillsets
• Pet insurance discounts
• Discounts at hundreds of properties nationwide in the Pyramid Global portfolio
• Medical, dental, vision, and other supplemental benefits like identity theft, legal assistance, and life insurance
• Tuition/education reimbursement eligibility after 12 months of service

Culture & Character

All team members of the Texas A&M Hotel and Conference Center, a Pyramid Global Hospitality property, have the same fundamental responsibility: to take great pride in providing Howdy Hospitality to all guests while walking the Aggie Path of P.R.I.D.E. daily. Our jobs are not just to make a difference but to "Be the Difference" in the guest and fellow team member experience.

All applicants should be of the highest character and hold themselves to the following Aggie Path of P.R.I.D.E. expectations:

• Positivity – We wake up daily and choose to bring a positive perspective, find the good in all things, and create an environment others want to be part of. Each team member is hired to project genuine and sincere positivity daily.
• Respect – We embrace and appreciate others and show consideration for their desires, interests, privacy, physical space, belongings, different viewpoints, philosophies, physical abilities, beliefs, and personalities. We choose to show respect, even when it is not given, not only to our guests but, more importantly, to each other.
• Integrity – We consistently demonstrate and live by sound moral and ethical principles. We choose to do this not because someone is watching, but because it is the right thing to do.
• Dedication – We are unyielding in our commitment to walking our path and dedication to “Being the Difference” in everything we do. We flex our proactive muscles in being more positive, respecting, and holding ourselves to an even higher commitment to integrity.
• Excellence – We always strive to make today a little better than yesterday.

Responsibilities

• Event Setup
  • Set up audio/visual equipment according to event orders and client needs.
  • Run cables, tape cords securely, and maintain safe pathways in event spaces.
  • Climb ladders (up to 16 feet) for signage, lighting adjustments, or equipment placement.
  • Transport equipment up to 75 lbs. using safe lifting techniques or carts.
• Operation of AV Systems
  • Operate projectors, microphones, mixers, speakers, cameras, lighting controls, computers, and other AV devices.
  • Troubleshoot issues and assist clients with presentations and meeting tools.
  • Monitor live events, making adjustments as needed to ensure smooth operation.
• Client Service & Communication
  • Greet clients professionally and confirm AV requirements prior to event start.
  • Provide friendly, confident, service‑oriented support throughout events.
  • Communicate technical information in an easy, understandable way.
  • Collaborate with Event Services and other hotel departments to ensure event success.
• Maintenance & Inventory
  • Clean, store, and maintain AV equipment.
  • Perform basic repairs and report equipment issues.
  • Track equipment usage and ensure adequate inventory for upcoming events.
• Administrative Duties
  • Review upcoming event orders to plan equipment use.
  • Input basic documentation, logs, or inventories as required.
  • Maintain organized workspaces and storage rooms.
• Marginal Functions
  • Support the protection and proper handling of hotel AV assets.
  • Maintain a professional appearance, attitude, and behavior in all guest interactions.
  • Follow all hotel policies, safety procedures, and service standards.
  • Engage in continuous learning and maintain required training for the role.
  • Uphold Texas A&M Hotel & Conference Center’s mission of exceptional hospitality and service excellence.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong desire and ability to learn AV technology through on-the-job training.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills; ability to speak clearly and professionally with clients and colleagues.
• Basic computer literacy (email, file management, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Ability to lift 40 lbs regularly and safely handle equipment.
• Ability to work flexible hours; including weekends, mornings, evenings, and holidays based on event schedules.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with video conferencing platforms (Teams, Zoom, Webex).
• Exposure to audio/visual equipment, production, or event support.
• Prior hospitality or guest‑facing experience.

Pay

$14.00 per hour, paid biweekly.

Schedule

The hospitality industry is 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and 365 days of the year. All candidates must be available and are expected to work Texas A&M football game days, Ring Days, graduations, and other high occupancy times due to special events. Overtime should and will be expected when business levels call for it.

• Part-time: 8–29 hours per week depending on level of business forecasted.
• Days of week/weekend scheduled will vary depending on level of business forecasted.