Kennywood - A/V Sound Technician

Herschend • West Mifflin, PA

2d

About The Position

Our story began 75 years ago when the Herschend family discovered wonder deep in an Ozark Mountain cave—and chose to share it with the world. Today, Herschend is the largest family-held themed attractions company, with 49 leading attractions and immersive experiences that reach audiences worldwide. While each brand offers something unique, all are united by a shared purpose: Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating®. Our passionate hosts make this purpose possible through everyday acts of love and service—what we call Heartspitality®—the intersection of heart and hospitality. As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to provide environments where every host, guest, and partner feel welcome, valued, and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter, which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect. Kennywood is a National Historic Landmark with over 125 years of experience in fun! Kennywood has an unmatched mix of more than 40 modern attractions and one-of-a-kind classic rides, including eight roller coasters, a Kiddieland with pint-sized thrills for the little ones, and more. Kennywood's rich history spans generations of good times and extends beyond the traditional summer season with popular Halloween and Holiday events. We are currently looking for a: Kennywood - A/V Sound Technician Roles & Responsibilities: The Audio-Visual (AV) Technician is responsible for ensuring all AV equipment, devices, and systems are accounted for and working properly. They are also responsible for ensuring proper set-up of equipment before events and knowing how to operate, repair, and clean all equipment as necessary.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with Pennsylvania Child Labor Laws
• Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to frequently work hours that extend beyond 9 AM to 5 PM during the operating season and event set-up activities
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work for your scheduled shift
• Basic knowledge of commercial and/or professional audio systems required
• Must possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, twist, kneel, bend, climb, or squat for long periods of time
• Ability to walk long distances throughout the park
• Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 50 pounds or more
• Ability to work in all non-conventional areas of the property, including in confined spaces or above ground-level, on scaffolds, ladders, and manlifts
• Ability to consistently use hands to grasp, control, move objects/tools
• Ability to see differences between colors and brightness
• Ability to see details of objects that are more than a few feet away
• Frequent exposure to the variable outside temperatures, including high heat, cold, direct sun, humidity, dust, rain, snow, ice, and other weather conditions
• Subject to constant repetitive motion, high noise levels, flashing lights, bright light, vibrations, dust, and exposure to various chemicals
• Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English; Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
• 1-2 years of previous AV/Sound work experience or a technical degree/diploma preferred
• Excellent computer proficiency and mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge of installation, configuration, and maintenance of AV systems and equipment

Nice To Haves

• Proficient ability with soldering techniques is highly desired

Responsibilities

• Assists in providing technical support and setup of AV equipment for all areas of operation.
• Operational knowledge of the event space lighting, control systems, projection screens, video projectors, and house sound systems
• Set-up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot AV equipment
• Ensures that AV storage areas and related electrical rooms or panels are kept clean and orderly
• Notifies supervisor of any issues with electrical lines, panels, controls, or equipment
• Ensures AV systems and equipment are working properly labeled, repaired, and cleaned when necessary
• Works with Events Team when necessary to ensure proper AV setup for meetings and events
• Protects guest belongings and turns in lost and found items immediately
• Reports maintenance or safety concerns to supervisor in a timely manner
• Cooperates with other departments to provide a positive guest experience
• Promptly notifies the security team or the operator of team member and guest injuries or emergencies
• All other duties assigned by leadership

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments
• Free admission to Kennywood and other parks on your days off
• Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored employee events throughout the season

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED