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Position: Audio Technician Level 3
Summary:
The Audio Technician Level 3 is a vital part of the production process at Gateway Studios. The Audio Technician Level 3 configures, operates, and troubleshoots all audio equipment used in the execution of services and special events. This includes audio equipment connection, sound board setup/configuration, sound checks and other testing, and sound board operation during prep and production of all services and special events. This position will report to the Audio Director.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Major Responsibilities:
1. Prep Audio
- Prepare in shop the set-up of audio, including hanging, laying and connecting power cables, operating audio equipment, programming audio control consoles, installing and operating speaker systems, maintaining equipment readiness and equipment inventory
- Evaluate the status of the soundboards, microphones, amplifiers, audio lines, monitors and speakers, and reconfigure as needed
- Check, replace batteries in, and designate wireless microphones and other equipment as needed to equip band members, speakers, etc
- Coordinate with other team members to prep the tour/special event as planned
- Load set audio equipment manually into carts or containers and transfer equipment to its destination point for loading or unloading
- Rig PA systems via electric chain hoist systems
- Networking and Audio system knowledge for touring and corporate events.
2. Equipment Prep and Testing
- Carry out audio tests on speakers and microphones, position speakers and microphones during prep, and manage the inventory of audio equipment
- Test audio equipment for volume, tone, and clarity
- Evaluate and diagnose audio equipment for repair and maintenance, and make minor repairs on equipment as needed
- Operate mixing consoles and adjust sounds and volumes when necessary
3. Teamwork and Communication
- Communicate with Audio Technicians, audio director, co-workers and all other departments as needed throughout projects to ensure customer satisfaction
- Ability to work in teams and assist others in delegation / task completion.
4. Organization
- Documentation of equipment configurations
- Archival of client show files and system configurations.
- Help maintain warehouse organization and cleanliness.
- Maintain equipment software and firmware versions
5. Safety
- Ensure workplace safety and efficiency
- Follow proper safety protocol at all times
- Wear proper PPE at all times, based on the scope of work
6. Attendance
- Attendance is an essential requirement for this position
7. Any and all other duties
- To be determined by supervisor on a permanent or project basis
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Education/Certificates
- High school diploma or GED certificate required
- Associates or BS degree in audio-related field preferred
- OSHA 10 preferred
Experience:
- Strong working knowledge of audio equipment including but not limited to mixing consoles, PA systems, microphones, cabling and patching systems, wireless systems
- Experience with repair and maintenance of sound equipment
- Experience with safely rigging PA systems via electric chain hoist systems
Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to work under a variety of indoor and outdoor conditions
- Ability to operate a forklift preferred
- Troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
- Ability to work within a team, lead when necessary, and remain professional under pressure / high stress situations
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical Demands:
- Ability to work at a consistent pace throughout the shift
- Due the complexity and weight of the equipment, adequate stamina and physical strength is necessary to perform duties of job
- Work with power cables and power distribution in common live event environments
- Work under any prevailing terrain and weather conditions and be appropriately dressed to do so, regardless of cold, heat, humidity or wet weather conditions
Strength
- Frequent manual lifting, up to 50 lbs., depending on equipment available (65-85% of shift)
- Occasional manual lifting up to 50 lbs. (65-85% of shift)
- Frequent pushing and pulling up to 50 lbs., depending on equipment available (65-85% of shift)
Manual Dexterity
- Sufficient manual dexterity to perform activities required under essential functions
- Frequent light grasping and fine motor tasks (65-85% of shift)
Coordination
- Ability to perform gross body coordination and hand-eye coordination tasks without instability
- Work on a variety of uneven surfaces installing power cables and lights
Mobility
- Ability to sit, stand, bend, squat, lift, crawl, twist and move frequently during working hours
- Frequent standing (65-85%)
- Occasional stair climbing and descending (30% of shift)
Visual
- Must be able to see or use prosthetics that will enable the senses to function adequately to assure that the essential functions of this position can be fully met
Hearing
- Must be able to hear or use prosthetics that will enable the senses to function adequately to assure that the essential functions of this position can be fully met
Speech
- Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner
GATEWAY CORE VALUES AND COMPETENCIES:
Gateway Vision:
- To be an exemplar, purpose-built company designed with passion for the pursuit of excellence.
Gateway Purpose:
- Gateway provides our clients an exceptional working environment and customer service culture through the finest production support services and facilities in the world
Gateway Values:
- G - Gracious: Treating others with respect, lending a hand whenever needed and saying thank you.
- A - Attentive: Operating with a sense of urgency, attention to detail and professionalism.
- T - Teamwork: Drawing upon the individual strengths of each other to work together toward a common vision
- E - Ethical: Demonstrating honesty, integrity, trustworthiness and to have the character and courage to do what’s right - “Every Day in Every Way”.
- W - Work/Life Balance: Creating a culture where employee’s success is as important as our customers and our partners. At GSPS, success is the not the result of the amount but rather the quality of time we put into work.
- A - Accountable: Taking ownership of our actions and team performance while also admitting that sometimes we don’t have all the answers and need help from others.
- Y - Yes-minded: Exploring ways to be innovative, overcoming roadblocks and creating an environment of yes.
Client/Customer Focused:
- Does whatever is necessary to meet the needs of the client.
Communicates Openly:
- Communicates with clients, co-workers and vendors in an appropriate and effective manner.
Self-Development:
- Seeks out and pursues development opportunities for personal or professional growth (e.g., interpersonal skills, technical skills).
Department Teamwork:
- Demonstrates support for co-workers and team by offering assistance to others and taking responsibility for work that needs to be done.
Training Compliance:
- Timely and successful completion of ongoing training and education.
Attendance and Scheduling:
- Supports the team by demonstrating flexibility and reliability in availability and by complying with time and attendance policies and procedures.
SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS:
- Reports directly to the Manager of the Audio Department.
