Audio Visual Technician jobs in Alabama

Salary Information

Compensation plans are based on a multi-step progression system. The pay range reflects the entry level and maximum salary potential in the assigned pay grade. **A starting salary may be negotiated and will be commensurate with education, training and experience in alignment with pay administration policies and MCCP Board Rules & Regulations**

Nature of Work

The fundamental reason this classification exists is to set up, test, operate, assess, and repair equipment required for live events, such as music concerts, sporting events, virtual classrooms, video conferences and entertainment shows. The incumbent within this classification will perform technical and manual work in the installation, operation, maintenance and storage of stage and other equipment for a variety of special events and venues. The primary work responsibilities include: designing, constructing, installing and breaking down audio, visual and equipment for special events; installing, operating, troubleshooting and repairing specialized audio, visual, lighting and related equipment; maintaining, receiving, issuing, transporting and inventorying equipment and supplies; and advising, educating and consulting with clients on staging operations. Work is performed under the supervision of the District Parks Maintenance Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate’s degree in Theater Technology, Electronics or a related field; two (2) years of experience in the design and installation of sound systems, stage lighting, and related technical systems used in a large public assembly facility. NOTE: Qualifying education, training and experience that provide the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job will be considered.

Special Requirements

Must be able to work odd hours, nights, weekends and holidays.� Must be physically able to climb, stoop and bend in order to setup equipment and install lighting instruments. Must have and maintain a valid Alabama Driver’s License.

Kind of Examination

Applications are being accepted to fill one (1) vacancy and any vacancies that may occur during the life of the register.� The current vacancy is with the�City of Montgomery Parks and Recreation Department.�Applicants will be screened and qualified based upon education and experience as shown on the application and supplemental questionnaire.� For this reason, applicants are urged to fill in the application form and the supplemental questionnaire completely providing detailed information concerning the kinds of jobs they have held, the dates they held them, where and exactly what their duties were.� If more than�five qualified applications are received, a selection device will be used to rank applicants. Tied scores will not be broken.�If there are five or less qualified applicants, they will be considered equally qualified and placed on the register in alphabetical order. Complete an online application by visiting Montgomery City-County Personnel's Online Employment Center. Paper applications are no longer accepted. Completed applications will be accepted online until 11:59 p.m. on the closing date. If there is no closing date, the announcement may be closed at any time without prior notice.

Additional Information

BENEFITS: Employees are offered a competitive benefits package which includes health, dental, and life insurance, paid annual and sick leave, paid holidays, and a retirement program. DRUG TEST:�Employment may be conditional upon the potential employee passing a pre-employment drug test. (The drug test may require the submission of a sample of hair, finger nails, and/or urine that will verify illegal drug use). BACKGROUND CHECK:�Employment may be conditional upon the potential employee passing a background check. (Candidates will be asked to provide consent prior to the administration of background checks.) EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Discrimination against any person in recruitment, examination, appointment, training, promotion, retention, discipline, or any other aspect of personnel administration because of political or religious opinions or affiliations or because of race, national origin, or any other non merit factors is prohibited. Discrimination on the basis of age, sex, or physical disability is prohibited except where specific age, sex, or physical requirements constitute a bona fide occupational qualification necessary to proper and efficient administration. REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATION: Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is the responsibility of the applicant with a disability to request accommodation which he/she requires in order to participate in the application or examination process. The Personnel Department reserves the right to require documentation of the need for accommodation under the ADA. In order to request accommodation in the application or testing process, contact the Personnel Director at (334) 625-2675. I9: Prior to your employment, you will be required to provide to your employer documentation of your identity and employment eligibility in order to comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. UPDATE OF CONTACT INFORMATION: It is your responsibility to update your contact information (address, phone, email) so that we can contact you about jobs.� Please�visit the Update Contact Information page to log in and update to your contact information at any time.