Adventureland Park - AV/ Sound Technician

Herschend • Altoona, IA

10d • Onsite

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. 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. We are currently looking for a: Adventureland Park - AV/ Sound Technician Roles & Responsibilities: Assists in providing technical support and setup of AV equipment for all areas of operation, including Theme Park, Waterpark, Animal Park, Hotel, Restaurant, and/or Campgrounds 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 AV Manager 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 AV Manager in a timely manner Cooperates with other departments to provide a positive guest experience Promptly notifies the security team or the operator of host and guest injuries or emergencies All other duties assigned by leadership Language: Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English; Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus. Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent, preferred 1-2 years of previous AV/Sound work experience or a technical degree/diploma Excellent computer proficiency and mechanical aptitude Knowledge of installation, configuration, and maintenance of AV systems and equipment Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with Iowa Child Labor Laws Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, open to close Ability to frequently work hours that extend beyond 9 AM to 5 PM during the operating season and event set-up activities Must possess a valid driver’s license and a good driving record 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 Proficient ability with soldering techniques is highly desired Must possess some mechanical aptitude and be able to use a variety of hand and power tools Physical Requirements: 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 Working Conditions: 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 Subject to working at significant heights greater than 100 feet Working at Adventureland is about making people happy! It’s about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra money while doing so. As a Adventureland host, you can be the smiling face that makes a great first impression for incoming guests, a cook that serves up tasty treats and culinary delights, a lifeguard who soaks up the sun while keeping guests safe, or a ride operator that keeps guests coming back for more thrills! There are many exciting seasonal job opportunities available to take your summer job to new heights! Team member benefits: Adventureland Perks & Benefits: Flexible schedule Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments Free admission to Adventureland Theme Park/Waterpark and select Entertainment parks on your days off Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored host events throughout the season We’ve got great jobs for people just starting out in the workforce, looking for a second job or staying active after retirement. If you want a fun, flexible job with an innovative company, look no further than Adventureland. Apply today! Do not miss the chance to spark your career now! Do not miss the chance to spark your career now! We're not just in the attractions business; we're in the people business- and that starts with our own. Our 20,000+ hosts across North America are the heartbeat of our diverse and growing company. In keeping with our company values, we nurture a balance between work and family, strive to promote 70% from within and support each host’s efforts to develop a fulfilling and rewarding career

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with Iowa Child Labor Laws
• Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, open to close
• Ability to frequently work hours that extend beyond 9 AM to 5 PM during the operating season and event set-up activities
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and a good driving record
• 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
• Must possess some mechanical aptitude and be able to use a variety of hand and power tools
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.
• Proficient ability with soldering techniques is highly desired

Responsibilities

• Assists in providing technical support and setup of AV equipment for all areas of operation, including Theme Park, Waterpark, Animal Park, Hotel, Restaurant, and/or Campgrounds
• 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 AV Manager 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 AV Manager in a timely manner
• Cooperates with other departments to provide a positive guest experience
• Promptly notifies the security team or the operator of host 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 Adventureland Theme Park/Waterpark and select Entertainment parks on your days off
• Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored host events throughout the season

What This Job Offers

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