Production Technician I

City of Minneapolis•Minneapolis, MN

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform sound, lighting, audiovisual, and television equipment setup for events at the Minneapolis Convention Center, configure computer controls, and maintain equipment. The role includes operating production systems during performances, meetings, and other required times; supporting temporary stagehands and outside personnel; and helping track labor, equipment usage, charges, records, and inventory. The position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Convention Center Production Technicians Unit (CPT).

Requirements

Associate degree or certificates of education in Technical Production, Electrical Technology, or Computer Technology related to the duties, or equivalent.
Two years of experience performing duties similar to those described.
Knowledge of audiovisual, theatrical, and production equipment.
Ability to use forklifts, boom lifts, chain lights, and a variety of hand tools.
Strong customer service skills.
Good computer software skills.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain, repair, and operate microphones, speakers, lighting equipment, control panels, theatrical rigging, and related equipment.
Ability to learn quickly and apply technical information.
Ability to lift and move medium- to heavy-weight equipment.

Nice To Haves

Broad-based training, experience, certification, and formal coursework in sound, technical electronics, and related areas.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate lighting, sound, rigging, staging, audiovisual, theatrical, and other production equipment.
Develop, input, and troubleshoot content and schedules for sound, lighting, monitor, and marquee computers.
Operate production sound, lighting, and audiovisual systems during performances, meetings, and other required times.
Patch, operate, and troubleshoot equipment connected to systems and infrastructure.
Oversee and work with temporary stagehands and other outside personnel to support safety and productivity.
Perform equipment maintenance to ensure quality and safety.
Assist in tracking and reporting labor and equipment usage and charges.
Assist in maintaining accurate departmental equipment records, reports, and inventory.
Notify the appropriate supervisor or staff when equipment or supplies need repair or replenishment.
Perform other duties as required.