Audio Technician - Live Events Southern Sound Systems - 5.0 Houston, TX Job Details Full-time $23 - $30 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off 401(k) matching Qualifications Performance tuning Customer communication Interpersonal skills Music mixing Customer service Equipment troubleshooting Wireless communication system operation Attention to detail AV system troubleshooting Live production performance Cabling Production troubleshooting Full Job Description We are an A/V Live Event Production company seeking an experienced Audio Technician to join our production team. This position is responsible for setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining professional audio systems for corporate meetings, conferences, presentations, galas, and other live events. The ideal candidate is technically skilled, organized, detail-oriented, service-minded, and able to work independently as well as part of a team. Key Responsibilities Set up, configure, operate, and strike professional audio systems for live events. Operate microphones, speakers, mixing consoles, amplifiers, processors, and wireless systems. Conduct system checks and soundchecks and maintain high-quality audio throughout events. Mix and operate audio for presentations, meetings, performances, and other events. Troubleshoot feedback, noise, distortion, RF interference, signal loss, and other technical issues. Configure and troubleshoot wireless microphone systems. Maintain clean, organized signal flow, cabling, and equipment setups. Perform equipment inspections, firmware updates, routine maintenance, and basic repairs. Review technical riders, input lists, stage plots, and event requirements. Work closely with producers, project managers, video and lighting technicians, performers, clients, and venue personnel. Provide professional, service-oriented support to clients and production teams. Safely load, unload, transport, install, and operate A/V equipment. Follow all company, venue, and industry safety procedures.

Technical Experience Required:

2+ years of live event A/V experience; 3+ years preferred. Strong hands-on experience with live event audio. Proficiency with professional mixing consoles, microphones, wireless systems, speakers, and amplifiers. Understanding of signal flow, gain structure, EQ, feedback control, and basic acoustics. Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.

Preferred:

Dante audio networking Shure Wireless Workbench ArrayCalc RF coordination Digital mixing consoles Line-array systems System tuning and optimization What We Look For Self-starter who takes ownership and can lead when needed. Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented. Excellent communicator and team player. Strong customer-service mindset. Calm and solution-focused under pressure. Flexible and comfortable with changing schedules and production requirements. Willing to continue learning and developing technical skills. Schedule & Physical Requirements Must be available to work nights, weekends, early mornings, holidays, and occasional overtime as event schedules require. Must be able to safely lift, carry, load, and unload A/V equipment and work on your feet for extended periods. Compensation & Benefits $23.00-$30.00 per hour , depending on experience and technical proficiency. 401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Professional development opportunities Apply If you're passionate about live event audio, enjoy solving technical challenges, and take pride in delivering an excellent client experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Experience:

Live Event Audio:

2 years minimum; 3+ years preferred.

Pay:

$23.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person