What are the responsibilities and job description for the AUDIO VISUAL TECHNICIAN (FULL TIME) position at Compass Group Careers?
- We are hiring immediately for a full time AUDIO VISUAL TECHNICIAN position.
- Location: Steptoe - 1330 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20036 Note: online applications accepted only.
- Schedule: Full time schedule. Days may vary, 7:00 am - 5:00 pm. More details upon interview.
- Requirement: Previous AV and catering experience is required.
- Pay Range: $22.00 to $26.00
Positions at this location require proof of COVID-19 vaccination, boosters, and/or regular COVID testing. Where permitted by law, applicants who are offered a position for this location may be asked about their vaccination status, which must meet minimum business requirements. All religious, medical, or other legally recognized exemptions regarding vaccination status will be considered.
Seasons Culinary is a high end contract food service organization that operates a number of notable accounts in the Washington DC metro area. We are culinarians that offer extraordinary services to our extraordinary clients. For our employees, we offer a full benefits plan, a schedule that respects work life balance and opportunities for learning and advancement
Job Summary
Summary: Ensures that all audio visual requirements requested by clients are met and will be able to interface various types of audio visual, communication, and presentation technology. Responsible for maintaining positive customer relationships and ensuring timely responses to all inquiries for space or service needs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Reviews customer and meeting planner requests from the reservation system and provides equipment/assistance at the time and place necessary. Also responsible for gathering information from email and phone communications and distributing to the assigned contact.
- Provides problem escalation support and issue resolution. Follows-up on service challenges and works with the manager to take corrective action.
- Provides technical assistance for all meetings and customers that require tech services for their events.
- Follows SOPs for audio-visual support, as provided by the AV Manager and Director of Technology and Operations.
- Adheres to preventative maintenance room sweeps on a weekly basis, and reports sweep information through the database.
- Changes data projectors, lamps and cabling pieces associated with all the various integrated systems throughout the portfolio.
- Reviews operation of equipment with customer and ensures that the customer is comfortable with its operation.
- Offers assistance in operation of equipment and helps solve problems if customer is unsure of requirements.
- Educates the staff and customers on the basics of all AV equipment in the facility.
- Maintains metrics associated with room equipment inventory and repairs/replacements completed in conference rooms.
- Communicates with co-workers and service partners to ensure updated information is shared.
- Assists with conference room set-ups, break downs and any other areas where assistance is needed.
- Keeps the A/V storerooms organized and well managed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of one year of experience supporting audio visual for events.
- Proficient computer skills and knowledge of office technology/equipment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. *We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Associates at Seasons are offered many fantastic benefits:
* Medical
* Dental
* Vision
* Life Insurance/ AD
* Disability Insurance
* Retirement Plan
* Paid Time Off
* Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
* Associate Shopping Program
* Health and Wellness Programs
* Discount Marketplace
* Identity Theft Protection
* Pet Insurance
* Commuter Benefits
* Employee Assistance Program
* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
