Event Specialist

Technical SpecialistPosition Overview: The Technical Specialist is responsible for the technical set up and operation of enhanced mid-level production events in a hospitality environment, while ensuring the utmost in client satisfaction. This position reports to an Associate Director of Project Management or Director of Project Management in their assigned area.Key Job ResponsibilitiesEquipment OperationTroubleshoots technical issues and resolve problems quickly as they arise.Complies with all Company security and safety measures.Ensures equipment is secure from theft and/or damage when in use.Customer ServiceProvides excellent service and strives to exceed the expectations and needs of internal and external customers.Maintains a positive relationship with all clients through effective communication.Collaborates with internal team on event solutions pre-event and during event to ensure the best possible customer satisfaction.Understands and fosters the hotel/client relationship.Training/Staff DevelopmentCreates an atmosphere that fosters the development of technical and leadership skills in other employees.Provides mentorship and coaching to technical, sales and operations team members to develop technical skills as needed.Develops self as subject matter expert in discipline of specialty.Stays current with technology and industry trends.Event SupervisionPerforms advanced work (pre/during/post event) with operations team members.Supervises and directs other technicians during an event.Equipment MaintenanceAssists team with proper security, storage, inventory, transportation, and maintenance of equipment.Performs inventory and forecasting of equipment needs.Job QualificationsBachelor's Degree is preferred. 3+ years of event technology experience with specialty in Audio, Lighting, Projection, or Video is required. 3-4 years of customer service or hospitality experience is preferred. Ability to interact professionally and effectively with a diverse work force, customer base and senior level management. Strong customer, client and coworker interface experience and abilities. A valid driver's license is required for team members in positions that may operate Company vehicles. Must be able to lift 50 lbs.CompetenciesDeliver World Class Service: Hospitality, Ownership Do The Right Thing: Demonstrates Self-Awareness Drive Results: Ensures Accountability See The Big Picture: Decision Quality Manages Complexity Value People: CollaboratesPhysical RequirementsTeam members must be able to meet the physical demands outlined below to successfully perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Sitting: 2-3 Hours Standing: 4-5 Hours Walking: 4-5 Hours Stooping: 2-3 Hours Crawling: 2-3 Hours Kneeling: 2-3 Hours Bending: 2-3 Hours Reaching (above your head): 2-3 Hours Climbing: 0-1 Hours Grasping: 4-5 Hours Lifting Requirements: 0 - 15 lbs*: Continuously 16 - 50 lbs*: Frequently 51 - 100 lbs: Occasionally Over 100 lbs: Occasionally Carrying Requirements: 0 - 15 lbs*: Continuously 16 - 50 lbs*: Frequently 51 - 100 lbs: Occasionally Over 100 lbs: Never Auditory/Visual Requirements: Close Vision: Continuously Distance Vision: Continuously Color Vision: Frequently Peripheral Vision: Occasionally Depth Perception: Frequently Hearing: Continuously Pushing/Pulling Requirements: 0 - 15 lbs*: Continuously 16 - 50 lbs*: Frequently 51 - 100 lbs*: Frequently Over 100 lbs: Occasionally Note: The physical requirements marked with an asterisk () indicate activities performed without assistance.Work EnvironmentHotel Work is performed in a hotel/convention center environment with moderate exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and/or dust. The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members will use high-end audio-visual equipment and electrical components and will be exposed to heights via lifts and ladders. Team members may be asked to work in multiple hotel locations. Working times will include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based on an individual hotel or a representation of hotels in that city or area. Warehouse Work is performed at event venues as well as in a warehouse environment. Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based in a warehouse environment and when traveling, on an individual venue or a representation of venues in that city or area. When in the Warehouse, work will be completed in an environment with exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and/or dust. The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members may use high-end audio-visual equipment and electrical components. Working times may include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.