Audio Visual Technician II

Caesars Entertainment•Reno, NV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is under the supervision of entertainment/audio visual management and supports the day-to-day catering/convention operations as well as nightlife and live entertainment. The role involves performing advance troubleshooting, setting up and removing AV equipment, organizing work areas, troubleshooting and minor repair of AV equipment, installing cabling, and assisting with concerts and special events. The technician will also be responsible for operating AV equipment, exemplifying core values, DEI culture, and performing other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge of audio, lighting, casino systems, hotel TV/phone/network systems and venue systems
Working knowledge of computers, basic carpentry, rigging applications, electrical, mechanical equipment and video applications
Must have sound engineer experience and/or lighting experience
Must be able to pass and attain required OSHA certifications as well as fall protection
Requires excellent communication skills
Ability to work under pressure of ever-changing deadlines
Ability to read, write and communicate in English
Skill in maintaining effective working relationships with employees and guests
Must be able to drive a scissor lift and forklift training and certification will be provided
High School diploma or equivalent
Requires seldom sitting, bending and reaching from floor to ceiling, crouching, kneeling, climbing, balancing, pushing/pulling wheeled carts with static push/pull of 150 lbs., lifting/carrying of 25-over 100 lbs., driving, repetitive use of both hands, to include light and firm/strong grasping and finger dexterity and use of hand and power tools
Requires occasional standing and walking, lifting/carrying of up to 25 lbs.
Requires normal hearing, near/far visual acuity with depth perception, field of vision, accommodation and absence of color blindness
Must be able to perform simple and complex tasks, reading, writing and math skills, see things spatially and with form, perform clerical work, compile, coordinate, analyze and synthesize information, instruct others, work with precision, follow instructions, influence others, meet time requirements, memorize, problem solve, use independent judgment and decision-making skills
Working at heights is a requirement of the AV department
Normal sense of smell, touch, sound and vision range
Eye/hand coordination and manual dexterity
Above average speech – both speaking and reading/writing English
Need excellent interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

Training and certification for scissor lift and forklift will be provided

Responsibilities

Perform advance troubleshooting and train tier 1 technicians
Set-up and removal of AV equipment for catering/convention clients according to BEO orders
Organize and clean of work areas
Troubleshoot and minor repair of AV equipment
Install cabling for video, lighting, and sound systems in different areas of the hotel and gaming floor
Assist with concerts/production crew in setting up scheduled concerts, pyrotechnic shows, and interdepartmental special events regarding equipment load in, curtain hang, chair risers, stage set-up, lighting and sound set-up, tear down, and load out
Set up and operate AV equipment as required
Exemplify our core values, family style service, our mission and vision
Exemplify our DEI (diversity, equity, inclusion) culture
Perform other job-related duties as assigned