Lead Event Technician

Description

Markey's, a multi-state leading provider of creative audio-visual services, is seeking a Full-Time Lead Event Technician to join our team in downtown Indianapolis. The Lead Event Technician is a client-facing position responsible for designing, setting up and operating a variety of high-end audio equipment for live / virtual / hybrid client meetings and events hosted at the Indiana Roof Ballroom. Responsible for ensuring the clear transmission of sound across the venue of an event or meeting. Also responsible for leading technical crews, trouble-shooting any issues, and tearing down (striking) equipment post-event.

Hiring for a Full-Time, hourly (non-exempt) position, eligible for overtime. Evening and weekend availability will be a requirement for this position.

Position Responsibilities

• Work closely with clients, Venue Team and other Event Technicians to ensure the successful completion of events.
• Lead the technical operations for assigned events, overseeing and directing the technical crew.
• Support the Director of Event Technology with operations and logistics as needed. This could include scheduling, reviewing gear orders from Headquarters, and ensuring gear is ready and organized for pickup.
• Assist in supervising any rigging taking place at the venue.
• Set up and install equipment such as microphones, sound systems, recording equipment, and a variety of mixing consoles.
• Set-up, tear-down, loading and unloading of all equipment.
• Operate all systems designed to deliver high fidelity to a group of 80, or 800, attendees alike on both live and hybrid events.
• Provide excellent customer service and promptly handle any equipment changes / requests.
• Ensure equipment is functional, and installed according to designated layout.
• Trouble-shoot any equipment issues with satisfactory resolution.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of tech areas.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned to ensure success of Markey’s events.

Requirements

Become a part of our team!

Established in 1959 and with more than 65 years of experience in the rental & staging industry, Markey's prides ourself in providing the BEST SERVICE and MOST DIVERSE & RELIABLE EQUIPMENT the industry has to offer. We are committed to providing a good working environment where all employees treat each other with respect and dignity, where employees are encouraged to grow personally and professionally, and we help employees produce quality results of which they can be proud.

At Markey's we are a 100% Employee-Owned Company and we participate in an ESOP, or the Employee Stock Ownership Plan! The ESOP gives our Full-Time employees a beneficial ownership stake in the company at no cost to them. Ask us about our ESOP and its many benefits!

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Markey’s is a 100% employee-owned national audiovisual firm headquartered in Indianapolis with offices throughout the United States. Our experience and capabilities are diverse, comprehensive, and unparalleled. Let us help you create a defining experience at your next live event. Learn more at our website or contact us at info@markeys.com

As an employee-owned company, the Markey’s team is filled with talented people who truly care about the work they do, the clients they serve, and the company they represent.