About the Technical AV Event Technician Role at Robert Half

Are you passionate about live events, cutting-edge audio-visual technology, and delivering unforgettable experiences? Robert Half is thrilled to present an exciting opportunity for a Technical AV Event Technician in Riverside, Iowa. This direct-hire permanent position offers a salary range of $50,000 - $70,000 plus exceptional benefits, with 50-75% travel to support dynamic live events across multiple locations. Join a high-performing technology team in a fast-paced, event-driven environment where your AV expertise will shine. Whether you're mixing live sound for corporate functions, managing lighting for entertainment shows, or troubleshooting high-end systems, this role provides the perfect platform to elevate your career. With empowering leadership, a culture of excellence, and robust growth opportunities, this position is ideal for skilled technicians ready to make an impact in Riverside, IA, and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

As a Technical AV Event Technician, you'll be the backbone of seamless event execution. Your day-to-day will involve:

• Delivering top-tier customer service across various property locations, ensuring every client interaction exceeds expectations.
• Setting up, testing, operating, and striking down sophisticated AV systems for live events, shows, and corporate gatherings.
• Mixing live sound with precision using digital mixers, interfaces, and advanced platforms like QSYS, while managing lighting and performance technology.
• Supporting AV deployments, including computer hardware/software integration and rapid technology troubleshooting to keep events on track.
• Managing entitlement and access changes, assisting with compliance audits, and maintaining meticulous documentation for operational efficiency.
• Collaborating closely with vendors and teammates to resolve technical issues swiftly and ensure flawless event delivery.
• Traveling frequently (50-75%) to diverse venues, bringing your expertise to exciting technology and live-event needs nationwide.

This role demands flexibility, with schedules that may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays—perfect for those who thrive in high-energy settings.

Required Qualifications for Success

To excel in this Technical AV Event Technician position, bring the following to the table:

• An Associate’s degree or technical training in live sound, or at least 3+ years of hands-on experience in AV and live sound production.
• Proven technical proficiency with audio, video, and lighting systems, including digital mixers, interfaces, QSYS, and similar technologies.
• Foundational knowledge of networking concepts such as IP addressing, telephony, virtualization, and storage solutions.
• Outstanding communication skills, a customer-first mindset, and sharp problem-solving abilities under pressure.
• The adaptability to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, plus a readiness for substantial travel.

If you have a track record of working with high-end AV equipment in live entertainment or corporate events, you're a strong fit for this Riverside, IA opportunity.

Why Join Us? Exceptional Benefits and Career Growth

Choosing Robert Half means investing in a career where you're valued and empowered. Our client offers:

• Supportive Leadership: Leaders who are genuinely invested in your professional success and development.
• Performance-Driven Culture: A workplace that celebrates excellence, rewards top performers, and actively promotes from within.
• Career Advancement: Significant growth potential in a rapidly expanding technology organization, with paths to senior roles.
• Exceptional Benefits: Comprehensive package including health, dental, vision, and more, plus competitive $50K-$70K salary.
• Hands-On Excitement: Work with state-of-the-art AV systems in diverse live-event environments, from corporate shows to entertainment spectacles.

Don't miss this chance to advance in AV event technology. For immediate, confidential consideration, connect with Meredith Carle on LinkedIn, email your resume (found on her LinkedIn), call 515-303-4654, or apply via the Robert Half website. No third-party inquiries; no sponsorship or C2C available.

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