AV Tech- Banquet Set-Up (hotel job)

AV Tech

• Banquet Set-Up (hotel job) Kirkwood Community College
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2 Cedar Rapids, IA Job Details Part-time $15.83 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Preventative hardware maintenance Maintaining an organized workspace Customer service Faculty collaboration Equipment installation Regulatory compliance Event audio equipment operation AV system installation Equipment malfunction troubleshooting Mid-level Windows 3 years Network cabling WAN Computer networking Banquet experience Organizational skills Technical writing Systems & applications support Productivity software Clean workspace maintenance Training Equipment inventory management Associate's degree Load & unload Full Job Description

JOB GOAL

This position is part time focusing on weekend and evening coverage. Events and Business Demands will drive schedule. To advance Kirkwood's Center for Hospitality Excellence's vision to lead the world in educating and preparing the finest hospitality professionals that will impact the global community. Our Mission is to be the best place to learn, recruit and stay. We do this by teaching, developing and serving.

BENEFITS

Part-Time Employees get access to campus Recreation Center, A Free-Meal on every shift, flexible schedules and 1 class a semester for free at Kirkwood Community College!

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY

Under limited supervision, this position provides primary technical and AV support for The Hotel at Kirkwood Center to Hotel staff, Academic Staff and Guests in the use of classrooms equipped with computer/video projectors and associated AV equipment, and provide primary technical event support for the The Hotel at Kirkwood Center. This position also supports and coordinates supplemental AV equipment utilization, media duplication and other related AV functions. Additionally, this position performs installation and requisition of new equipment. Set up chairs, tables and equipment per banquet event orders. Assists with food functions as needed. This position serves as a trainer. Trainers are responsible for supervising the learning experiences of students and other employees in all areas of The Hotel at Kirkwood Center, The Kirkwood Center for Hospitality Arts and The Kirkwood Center for Continuing Education.

UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES

Advocate for Continual Improvement

• empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence. Collaborate with Mutual Accountability
• working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions. Champion Service
• anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment. Perseverance
• commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success. Lead
• regardless of title, through positive influence.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Regular and consistent attendance at work. Work cooperatively with Hospitality faculty and staff to coordinate operations, meet educational objectives and provide outstanding customer service at The Hotel at Kirkwood Center. Perform preventative maintenance, storage and inventory of AV equipment and supplies. Provide set-up, operation and tear-down of set-ups, sound systems, lighting, video and audio-visual presentation equipment for KCCE. Assemble, run and connect local area network cabling as needed. Assist as needed in maintaining local and wide area networking. Assist users and departments in planning for equipment upgrades and purchases. Assist with client tours of The Hotel at Kirkwood Center Banquet Facility and provide customer service support. Troubleshoot and repair computers and audiovisual equipment. Manage the security and heating/cooling systems at The Hotel. Be enthusiastic and energetic individual with the ability to meet and deal effectively with a wide variety of customers, students, and employees. Work in cooperation with other college employees and departments to provide AV and IT support for The Hotel. Work with The Hotel Banquet Manager to schedule routine preventative maintenance schedules on all equipment in The Hotel. Maintain an open availability schedule, allowing for other leadership responsibilities within The Hotel's Banquet Department. Read banquet event orders and/or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments. Move equipment and other materials to and from storage and production areas, loading docks and delivery vehicles to required location. Maintain proper care of all banquet equipment after each use. Move, lift, or carry needed tables, chairs and additional equipment from storage, and return them after use. Regular and consistent attendance at work. Perform other related work duties as assigned. Occasional (10-33%) Recommend AV and computer equipment, supplies, furnishings and general facility needs for The Hotel. Write operational instructions for each media equipped classroom. Assist with installation of new classroom equipment as required. Assist related departments when possible and be able to assist with other related facilities tasks. Assist with other related facilities task as requested. Ensure the facility and equipment is clean and organized. Other duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

Be able and willing to represent the college in the most positive manner with prospective, former and current students, clients, suppliers and the community we serve. Be able to work effectively in both an individual role involving independent judgment, as well as in a team role involving shared input and decision making. Must be a motivated individual with the ability to take direct assignments and meet established quality and efficiently expectations as well as to work independently to identify needs and act upon them. Must be an energetic, service-oriented individual with attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Must have the ability to work with equipment users and service technicians, assess user needs, and present solutions in a customer-service orientated manner. Must have strong operational knowledge of audio, video, presentation, projection equipment, complete equipment systems, and computer lab set up and support. Must be able to distinguish between component and system failures, and troubleshoot routine problems. Must be able to receive and comprehend both written and verbal communications, and possess basic technical writing skills. Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences. Regular and consistent attendance at work. Provide prompt and courteous service to all customers. Adhere to all environment policies and procedures as required. Ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements, including the health code. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential functions of the job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES WITH/WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Position involves constant (67-100%) talking, hearing and listening either in person or on the telephone; repetitive motion, standing, lifting of equipment up to 50 pounds, aural monitoring using loudspeakers as well as headsets. Frequent (34-66%) talking and listening when communicating with department staff and customers, reaching, and grasping., view computer and/or other close visual work and work in indoor setting associated with AV setups. stooping, kneeling, crouching, walking, pushing, pulling and lifting up to 100 lbs. Occasional (10

• 33%) may involve work on a ladder, in closed quarters, or crouched or laying on a floor to access cabling and/or other system components.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Evident of successful direct work experience with audio visual systems and user supported or related fields required. Experience with computers and peripherals, and the following software products desirable: Windows 7/10 and Microsoft Office. Experience with Apple products helpful. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS

Banquet experience is preferred, but not required Associate's degree and three years of related experience or equivalent education in audio visual, audio or video systems, or related degree field required. Bachelor's degree preferred.

EEO AA/STATEMENT

It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness (employees) or the Vice President of Student Services (students), 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, 319-398-5572 , , or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582,

Telephone:

(303) 844-5695

FAX:

(303) 844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339

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