AV Technician (Audio Focus)

Step into a hands-on AV role supporting a leading technology company's corporate campus, where you will mix live audio for events, live streams, and the weekly all-hands meeting, and keep the rest of the campus running through conference room support, break/fix, ticketing, and new control room builds. This is a full-time, on-site position in Menlo Park, CA. Strong live audio skills are central to this role, and the right person brings a do-it-all attitude across video, conference rooms, and infrastructure. Candidates must currently reside within a commutable distance of Menlo Park, Ca to be considered.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and mix audio for internal events, live streams, and the all-hands meeting every Friday; Run a stream/broadcast mix and an in-house mix at the same time on Yamaha DM3 and DM7 consoles; Manage gain structure, EQ, and mic technique to keep the house mix free of feedback while delivering a balanced program feed to the stream; Configure and manage Shure ULX-D and Axient Digital (AXD) wireless systems, including frequency coordination, battery management, and mic placement on presenters; Route audio across Dante networks in Dante Controller, including device setup and troubleshooting on link-local networks; Deploy and position QSC K8 and K12 powered speakers for in-room PA; Run audio, video, and lighting checks before every event and confirm all equipment is ready before start time; Provide in-room AV support during events and escalate issues quickly when needed; Perform routine AV system checks in executive and conference rooms; Troubleshoot and resolve conference room AV issues and break/fix requests; Work AV support tickets through to resolution and keep ticket records current; Coordinate with the AV Supervisor and IT teams on system-level issues that need escalation; Support the build-out of new control rooms and AV spaces, including equipment installation, cabling, and system testing; Learn the campus AV infrastructure and how signal flows across rooms and venues; Keep AV areas organized and clean, with all cabling properly managed; Track AV needs for upcoming meetings and events and support room setup logistics; Keep documentation current on equipment usage and maintenance logs; Support gear labeling, inventory management, and minor equipment moves; Complete room resets and reconfigurations as directed by AV leadership; Other projects or tasks may be assigned as needed

Requirements

3 or more years of hands-on experience as an AV Technician or AV Engineer in corporate, live event, or broadcast environments, including live audio mixing; Strong understanding of audio and video signal flow; Proven ability to run a stream/broadcast mix and an in-house mix at the same time from one console, with strong gain-before-feedback skills; Hands-on experience mixing on Yamaha digital audio consoles (DM3, DM7, CL, QL, or TF series); Working knowledge of Dante audio networking, including routing in Dante Controller and operating on link-local networks; Experience with Shure ULX-D and Axient Digital (AXD) wireless microphone systems, including frequency coordination; Experience deploying portable PA systems such as QSC K8 and K12 powered speakers; Experience troubleshooting conference room AV systems, including video conferencing platforms, displays, projectors, and room control; Experience with ticketing and collaboration tools such as Zendesk, Monday.com, and Slack

Nice to have

In-house corporate AV experience; Direct experience on Yamaha DM3 and DM7 consoles; Experience on larger-format show consoles such as Yamaha RIVAGE PM, DiGiCo, or Avid S6L; Experience supporting AV installations or control room builds; Dante Certification (Level 1, 2, or 3); Experience with Shure Wireless Workbench for RF scanning and coordination; Experience with Ross Ultrix routers or Ross Acuity production switchers; Familiarity with Blackmagic, Clear-Com, or similar AV hardware; Experience with LED walls, video routers, and projection systems; Basic knowledge of lighting consoles such as ETC ColorSource; Hands-on use of streaming software; Bachelor's degree, AV certifications such as AVIXA CTS, or trade school training