Event Technical Specialist (Lighting), Audio Visual – Phoenix
Position Overview
The Technical Specialist is responsible for the technical set up and operation of enhanced mid-level production events in a hospitality environment, while ensuring the utmost in client satisfaction. This position reports to an Associate Director of Project Management or Director of Project Management in the assigned area.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure a flawlessly executed event through accurate and timely setup, operation, and breakdown of advanced audiovisual equipment.
- Troubleshoot technical issues and resolve problems quickly as they arise.
- Comply with all Company security and safety measures.
- Secure equipment from theft and / or damage when in use.
- Provide excellent service and strive to exceed expectations and needs of internal and external customers.
- Maintain a positive relationship with all clients through effective communication.
- Collaborate with internal team on event solutions pre-event and during event to ensure the best possible customer satisfaction.
- Create an atmosphere that fosters development of technical and leadership skills in other employees.
- Provide mentorship and coaching to technical, sales and operations team members to develop technical skills as needed.
- Develop self as subject matter expert in the discipline of specialty and stay current with technology and industry trends.
- Perform advanced work (pre / during / post event) with operations team members and supervise and direct other technicians during an event.
- Assist team with proper security, storage, inventory, transportation, and maintenance of equipment and perform inventory and forecasting of equipment needs.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree is preferred.3+ years of event technology experience with specialty in Audio, Lighting, Projection, or Video is required.3-4 years of customer service or hospitality experience is preferred.Internal applicants must meet / complete all training and certification requirements as determined by Encore's Global Learning Training Program.External applicants must meet / validate and achieve / complete all training and certifications required for this position within 60 days of start date.Ability to interact professionally and effectively with a diverse workforce, 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.Must be able to lift 50 lbs.Competencies
Hospitality – OwnershipDemonstrates Self-Awareness – Decision Quality – Manages ComplexityCollaborates – Decision Quality – Manages Complexity – Decision QualityPhysical Requirements
Sitting : 2-3 Hours; Standing : 4-5 Hours; Walking : 4-5 Hours; Stooping : 2-3 Hours; Crawling : 2-3 Hours; Kneeling : 2-3 Hours; Bending : 2-3 Hours; Reaching (above head) : 2-3 Hours; Climbing : 0-1 Hours; Grasping : 4-5 Hours.Lifting : 0-15 lbs continuously; 16-50 lbs frequently; 51-100 lbs occasionally; >100 lbs occasionally.
Carrying : 0-15 lbs continuously; 16-50 lbs frequently; 51-100 lbs occasionally; >100 lbs never.
Auditory / Visual : Close vision continuously; Distance vision continuously; Color vision frequently; Peripheral vision occasionally; Depth perception frequently; Hearing continuously.Pushing / Pulling : 0-15 lbs continuously; 16-50 lbs frequently; 51-100 lbs frequently; >100 lbs occasionally.
Work Environment
Work is performed in a hotel / convention center environment with moderate exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and / or dust. The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members will use high-end audio-visual equipment and electrical components and will be exposed to heights via lifts and ladders. Working times will include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Compensation
Hourly Pay Range : $24.30 - $29.77
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