Sr Technical Lead, Audio Visual - Hilton New orleans Riverside

About the role

The Sr. Technical Lead is a Mid-Tier technical Operator, focusing on small general session work, or assisting with larger general sessions. This is intended to be a bridge between technical lead and technical specialist and reports to an Operations Manager, Dir, Operations or DET.

Responsibilities

• Ensures a flawlessly executed event through accurate and timely setup, operation, and breakdown of advanced audiovisual equipment as listed in the technical qualifications section. Troubleshoots technical issues and resolve problems quickly as they arise. Complies with all Company security and safety measures. Ensures equipment is secure from theft and/or damage when in use.
• Provides excellent service and strives to exceed the expectations and needs of internal and external customers. Maintains a positive relationship with all clients through effective communication. Collaborates with internal team on event solutions pre-event and during event to ensure the best possible customer satisfaction. Understands and fosters the hotel/client relationship.
• Creates an atmosphere that fosters the development of technical and leadership skills in other employees. Provides mentorship and coaching to technical, sales, and operations team members to develop technical skills as needed.
• Performs advanced work (pre/during/post event) with operations team members. Supervises and directs other technicians during an event.
• Assists team with proper security, storage, transportation, and maintenance of equipment. Performs inventory and forecasting of equipment needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.
• 2+ years of field experience in specialty area is required.
• 2-3 years of customer service or hospitality experience is preferred.
• External applicants must meet/validate and achieve/complete all training and certifications required for this position, within 60 days of start date. For technical external requirements, view our career path at jobs.encoreglobal.com and "career path" or the direct link below https://jobs.encoreglobal.com/en/career-paths
• Internal applicants must meet/complete all training and certification requirements as determined by Encore’s Global Learning Training Program in their current position, and for the position they are applying to. Navigate to Connect, HR, Recruiting and Internal Employee Resources to review technical requirements
• Ability to interact professionally and effectively with a diverse work force, customer base and senior level management.
• Strong customer, client and coworker interface experience and abilities.
• A valid driver’s license is required for team members in positions that may operate Company vehicles. Additional DOT requirement may need to be met if applicable.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Skills

• Deliver World Class Service
• Hospitality Ownership
• Do The Right Thing
• Demonstrates Self-Awareness
• Drive Results
• Ensures Accountability
• See The Big Picture
• Decision Quality
• Manages Complexity
• Value People
• Collaborates

Benefits

Encore is committed to providing the best benefits options for our employees and families. Click here to view the benefits options for our employees worldwide. We pride ourselves on cultivating a welcoming culture where every individual is celebrated for their unique strengths and differences. Click here to view details on our commitment to inclusivity and belonging.

Pay

Hourly Pay Range: $17