The University of Texas at San Antonio

 

Job Description

 


Job Title:                      Audio-Visual Equipment Technician I

Code:                           8547

Salary Grade:               53

FLSA Status:                Non-Exempt

Department/Division:     Job available in different departments/divisions

Reports To:                  In accordance with specific departmental policies

 


Summary

 

·  Function:   To provide skilled technical assistance in the operation and minor maintenance of audio and visual equipment utilized in a learning environment.

 

·  Scope:      Responsible for the preparation, operation and minor maintenance of multi-media audio-visual presentations and audio-visual equipment.

 

Duties

 

·  Typical:

 

1.      Installs, operates, adjusts and maintains audio-visual equipment including projectors, monitors, public address systems, computers, cameras, recorders and others in classrooms, labs, exhibits and conference rooms.

2.      Maintain, monitors and updates equipment within labs, classrooms, and conference rooms.

3.      Perform basic routine repairs and maintenance on equipment.

4.      Provide audio-visual support for special events and projects.

5.      Assist faculty, staff and students in proper use and care of audio-visual equipment.

6.      Perform additional duties as assigned.

 

·  Periodic:

 

1.      Assist in converting audio and visual recordings into new formats.

 

Education

 

Required

Preferred

High school graduation or GED.  Additional courses in audio and video equipment repair and maintenance.

Associate’s Degree or completion of a technical training program in audio and video equipment repair.

 

Other Requirements

 

Required

Preferred

Criminal Background Check (CBC).

N/A

 

Experience

 

Required

Preferred

One year experience in the operation and maintenance of audio and video equipment.

Similar experience in an educational environment.

 

Equipment

 

Required

Possible

Standard tools and equipment related to the audio-visual field.

N/A

Personal computer and other standard office equipment.

 

Working Conditions

 

Usual

Special

Usual museum, classroom and lab environments.

Movement may be restricted by workspace.

Some exposure to hazards associated with electrical equipment.

Occasional work in areas of poor ventilation.

Work is often performed with inadequate lighting.

Occasional work at high heights.

 

Supervision

 

Received

Given

General direction and supervision from senior technician.

May direct helpers as assigned.

 

Accuracy

 

Proficiency in all phases of the duties performed.

 

Security Sensitive

 

Specific job requirements or physical location of some positions allocated to this classification may render the position security sensitive, and thereby subject to the provisions of section 51.215 Texas Education Code.

 

Internal Control

 

Within the scope of position duties, responsible for seeing that operations are effective and efficient, assets are safeguarded, reliable financial data is maintained, and applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures are complied with.