Banquet AV Technician

Job Description

Job Description

The Allison Inn & Spa is Oregon Wine Country's first full service luxury resort in the heart of the Willamette Valley.

Meetings & Events at The Allison Inn & Spa has elegant, dedicated function space in the west wing. Reflecting the bounty of the Willamette Valley, our seasoned culinary team at JORY delivers an array of elegant foods featuring seasonal catering menus.

At The Allison Inn & Spa our working philosophy is a commitment to strive for excellence in all we do. We are a passionate and empowered team, inspired by the bounty and warmth of our surroundings and community, genuinely dedicated to providing excellent service and meaningful memories for our guests. Join us as we strive for excellence.

The Allison Inn & Spa Standards of Excellence

• At all times, cultivate a welcoming environment for our guests: greet guests with a smile, learn and use guest names, welcome returning guests
• Thank guests and invite them to return
• Consistently demonstrate teamwork – sharing workload responsibilities with a positive attitude
• Maintain confidentiality: refrain from gossip, rumors or inappropriate workplace language
• Interact professionally at all times with guests, suppliers, and other Team Members
• Support management business decisions
• Learn and comply with The Allison Inn & Spa policies and procedures
• Follows all safety policies and procedures

Duties & Responsibilities

• Receives requests for audiovisual (AV) equipment in company conference rooms and training centers; sets up and tests equipment, then operates equipment or hands control over to designated team members.
• Records meetings and presentations with appropriate equipment.
• Provides technical support for teleconferences, webinars, and distance-learning classes.
• Edits, copies, and stores recordings of events.
• Provides advice and suggestions to staff regarding the preparation and use of AV materials for meetings and conferences.
• Tracks inventory of equipment and orders necessary supplies.
• Facilitates needed equipment repairs, which may include shipment of malfunctioning equipment to outside supplier and rental of temporary replacement equipment.
• Participates in orientation meetings as needed to explain department functions and the materials and equipment available.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Skills/Requirements/Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Extremely proficient in computer systems used with multimedia productions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to multitask and remain organized.
• Ability to perform minor repairs to equipment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills in a variety of situations.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree in Audiovisual Technology or related field preferred.
• At least two years of experience in the operation of audiovisual and video electronics.
• Successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation

Working conditions/Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working audiovisual equipment.
• Excellent hearing and eyesight.
• Must be able to stand for time periods up to 8 hours a day
• Standing, walking and bending, reaching and kneeling for extended periods of time
• Work irregular hours dictated by banquet business
• Will be required to work weekends, evenings and holidays
• Ability to work indoors or outdoors events
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to lift 100+ pounds with assistance
• Use of hands and arms to feel, handle, reach, and touch
• May be subject to high noise levels
• Work in a smoke-free and drug-free environment
• Adhere to The Allison Inn & Spa grooming and appearance standards, or ability to adjust appearance accordingly