Media Technician I

This position is represented by SEIU Local 2007 and the collective bargaining agreement between the university and SEIU Local 2007 governs the terms and conditions of employment.

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Job Purpose:
This classification works under the direction of a supervisor, manager, Media Technician II, or the client. This level performs basic setups and strikes and/or assists other Media Technicians and others as instructed.

The supervisor schedules the work, specifies the equipment needed and provides specific guidelines concerning setup for the program.

Media Technician I must be able to adapt the setup to accommodate last-minute changes or emergencies. They perform tasks as assigned by the Supervisor. Work may be reviewed frequently during progress. 

Core Duties*:

• Pack, load, and deliver equipment to the venue.
• Set up, operate, and remove audio, video, basic lighting, stands and other lighting supports or computer equipment. Handle wireless microphone systems.
• Determine environmental logistics such as placement of speakers, microphones, or location of cables.
• Consult with client to ensure proper setup of appropriate equipment and placement of equipment to accomplish client’s purpose.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repair of equipment.
• Clean and maintain university equipment and/or property.
• May instruct and demonstrate the operation of equipment.
• May operate still, television and motion picture cameras, under close supervision.
• Assist in coordination and execution of Stanford’s “Big 5“events.
• Participate and assist in the physical set up or strike of venues and events
• Complete post event reports.
• Transport, pick-up and return equipment.
• Adhere to safety rules and protocols.
• *Other duties may also be assigned

Education & Experience:

• Prior experience in at least one area of media technology or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge and/or demonstrated experience in the setup and operation of at least one media technology.
• Ability to take direction and communicate effectively. Ability to follow job-related instructions both written and verbal.
• Ability to interact professionally, courteously, and respectfully, and provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to work under high-pressure time requirements with variable work schedules and in a fast-moving and rapidly changing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a wide range of people.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Certifications and Licenses:

• Must possess and maintain a valid California Class C Non-commercial Driver’s License.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a California Non-commercial Class C Driver’s License and drive day and night.
• Ability to lift equipment weighing 50lbs and greater than 75lbs with assistance.
• Constantly lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 20 pounds.
• Frequently stand/walk/sit, kneel/crawl light/fine/forceful grasping lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 11-40 pounds.
• Occasionally climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other), work/reach above shoulders, twist/bend/stoop/squat, use telephone, write by hand, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh more than 40 pounds.
• Rarely kneel/crawl, perform desk based computer tasks, sort/file paperwork or parts, sweep/scrub/mop, operate foot/ hand controls

Working Conditions:

• May be required to work overtime, evenings and weekends, including holidays, sometimes in inclement weather conditions.
• Often work under time restrictions and with frequent last-minute changes.
• May be required to work any shift, including evenings and weekends.
• Adhere to department specific dress code.
• May work at heights exceeding 10 feet.

Work Standards:

• When conducting university business, must comply with the California Vehicle Code and Stanford University driving requirements.
• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu/ and the appropriate collective bargaining agreement at https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/workplace-essentials/policies/labor-relations-collective-bargaining/seiu-higher-education-workers .

The expected pay range for this position is $36.18 to $43.67 per hour.

This is a 75% FTE position. Placement in the pay range is subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards ) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.
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The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources at [email protected] . For all other inquiries, please submit a contact form .

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