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Part-Time Audio Visual Event Technician -

Hospitality Focused Location:

Oak Brook, IL and nearby venues

Schedule:

Part-time; variable shifts including evenings, weekends, and occasional early mornings

Work Location:

In person About the Role LUXAV is hiring part-time Audio Visual Event Technicians to support live events, meetings, and hotel functions throughout Oak Brook, Deerfield, Schaumburg and nearby areas. Technical experience is valuable, but hospitality is essential. We can teach someone how to properly run cable, set equipment, and support an event. We cannot teach them to care about the guest experience, keep their commitments, or step in when the team needs help. The right person is dependable, professional, curious, and comfortable working behind the scenes to make an event successful. You will assist with equipment load-in, setup, event support, strike, and organization while representing LUXAV professionally in guest-facing hotel and venue environments. What You'll Do Load, unload, and safely handle audio, video, lighting, staging, and event equipment Assist lead technicians with event setup, testing, operation, and strike Run, tape, and organize cables neatly and safely Maintain clean, organized, and professional event spaces Greet and assist clients, venue staff, and guests with a helpful attitude Follow event plans, safety procedures, and direction from lead technicians Communicate promptly when questions, problems, or schedule conflicts arise Help inspect, organize, and return equipment after events Look for ways to help the team without waiting to be asked What Matters Most to Us You do not need to know everything about AV on your first day.

You do need to demonstrate:

Hospitality:

You understand that every interaction affects the client and guest experience.

Reliability:

You arrive on time, prepared, and ready to work the shifts you accept.

Follow-through:

You do what you say you will do and communicate early when something changes.

Helpfulness:

You support the team and step in where needed.

Curiosity:

You ask questions, accept coaching, and want to learn.

Discipline:

You handle equipment carefully, follow standards, and pay attention to details.

Professionalism:

You remain composed, respectful, and guest-ready under pressure. Required Qualifications Strong customer-service or hospitality mindset Dependable attendance and punctuality Professional communication and appearance in guest-facing environments Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and remain active throughout a shift Availability for a flexible event schedule, including evenings and weekends Reliable transportation to multiple suburbs Willingness to follow safety, quality, and equipment-handling standards Preferred, but Not Required Experience in any of the following is helpful: Audio visual or live event production Hotels, restaurants, catering, or guest services Stagehand or production work Warehousing, equipment handling, or event setup Basic audio, video, lighting, or cable management We will train candidates who bring the right attitude, reliability, and hospitality instincts. What We Offer Hourly pay Flexible part-time scheduling Hands-on AV and live-event training Opportunities to develop technical skills and take on greater responsibility 401(K) Paid time off, subject to eligibility What Success Looks Like A successful LUXAV technician arrives prepared, takes direction well, protects the equipment and venue, helps teammates, and treats every client and guest with care. Technical growth matters, but trustworthiness and hospitality come first. How to Apply Please submit your resume to info@lux-av.com with the subject line "I am the one" and briefly answer the following: Tell us about a time you helped create a positive experience for a customer, guest, or teammate. What does being reliable mean when working on an event team? What is your favorite hobby? LUXAV is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on job-related qualifications, demonstrated behaviors, and business needs.

Pay:

$17.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person