Event Technician - Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Encore Event Technologies LLP, Washington, DC
Encore Event Technologies LLP -
Washington, DC,
US
Event Technician - Mandarin Oriental Hotel
Date Posted: 2024-05-08
Job description
Our Technicians enjoy the opportunities to work with innovative and cutting-edge technology on a daily basis. From setting equipment as elaborate as an LED wall to simply ensuring cable is properly run through the venue, our Technicians are the foundation of the events we build and bring to life. They ensure that each event is flawlessly executed, and work with the rest of the team to setup and strike down each event in a timely manner. At Encore, customer satisfaction is our highest priority, our Technicians play an integral part in establishing a positive relationship with each of our clients.
* Full Time
* Travel: Minimal (if any)
**Success Profile**
Here are some of the top qualities that will help you achieve success in this role:
* Customer Focus
* Desire to Learn
* Drive Results
* Technicial Aptitude
* Responsiveness
* Hospitality
**Other Important Traits**
* Communicator,
* Team Player,
* Organized,
* Enthusiastic,
* Versatile,
* Self-starter,
* Multi-tasker,
* Efficient,
* Safety Conscious,
* Professional
The ability to put on the big shows that my hotel plans out or to teach the incoming technicians how to make these shows happen is why I really like the hustle and bustle of my day-to-day as a Technical Lead. **Purpose, Mission and Core Values**
**Purpose**
How we will positively impact the world
Connecting and inspiring people
**Mission**
What we do every day
Invaluable partner on our customer's journey
**Values**
The way we work
Deliver world-class service. See the big picture. Value people. Drive results. Do the right thing.
**U.S. Benefits**
Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Health Savings & Health Reimbursement Accounts
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Retirement Planning Options (401k)
Career Wear Reimbursement
Part Time Regular Benefit Offerings
Variety of Volunteer Benefits
Commuter/Transit Benefit
**Rewards**
* **Paid Time Off**
Vacation Days
Paid Holidays
Floating Holidays
Sick/Personal Days
* **Rewards/Incentives**
Premium Recognition Program (CenterStage)
Performance Incentive Plans (GEI Bonus)
Employee Referral Program
Annual Merit Evaluations
* **Training & Development**
Classroom/On the Job Training
Encore University
Career Pathing
* **Mobility**
Relocation
Global Transfer Opportunities
***Benefits eligibility varies upon position and/or full/part time status.** **Responsibilities**
**Job ID** EVENT011904 **Date posted** 02/28/2022 Position Overview
A Technician is responsible for the set up and operation of basic / small-scale audiovisual systems in a hospitality environment while ensuring complete customer satisfaction. This position reports to an Operations Manager, Operations Director or Director, Event Technology.
Key Job Responsibilities
Equipment Operation
Ensures a flawlessly executed event through accurate and timely setup, operation, and breakdown of basic audiovisual equipment as listed in the technical qualifications section.
Customer Service
Strives to exceed the expectations and needs of internal and external customers.
Maintains a positive relationship with all clients through effective communication.
Meets with guests on site to ensure that their needs are met and the equipment setup is working properly.
Monitors events and checks in on customers throughout the day.
Understands and fosters the hotel/client relationship.
Technical Ability
Understands the technical aspects of the job and demonstrates basic operational ability to troubleshoot and problem solve with equipment and software issues.
Handles equipment challenges and changes in a timely and professional manner.
Systems Knowledge
Understands company processes, follows procedures and completes systems entry and paperwork accurately.
Uses the equipment sheets to determine the equipment scheduled for set up and for strike. Interacts with other staff and outside vendors for equipment.
Increases revenue by utilizing floor up-selling techniques.
Works with clients to finalize invoices.
Completes order entries in Navigator, as needed.
Job Qualifications
High School Diploma required. Associates degree is preferred.
Achieve Technical Level 3 Certification per Encore Technical Skillset Matrix within 180 days (Technical Skill Set Matrix or @Encore/HR/Global Learning).
1 year of customer service or hospitality experience is preferred.
1 year of audio visual experience or equivalent in educational environment is preferred.
A valid drivers license is required for team members that may operate Company vehicles.
Additional DOT requirement may need to be met if applicable.
Competencies
Ownership
Hospitality
Professionalism
Responsiveness
Safety Conscious
Action Oriented
Tech Savvy
Work Environment
Hotel
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.
**About Our Location**
**Benefits**
Youll find some of the best rewards in the industry from comprehensive insurance options and generous PTO to a company-matching 401(k).
* Full Time
* Travel: Minimal (if any)
**Success Profile**
Here are some of the top qualities that will help you achieve success in this role:
* Customer Focus
* Desire to Learn
* Drive Results
* Technicial Aptitude
* Responsiveness
* Hospitality
**Other Important Traits**
* Communicator,
* Team Player,
* Organized,
* Enthusiastic,
* Versatile,
* Self-starter,
* Multi-tasker,
* Efficient,
* Safety Conscious,
* Professional
The ability to put on the big shows that my hotel plans out or to teach the incoming technicians how to make these shows happen is why I really like the hustle and bustle of my day-to-day as a Technical Lead. **Purpose, Mission and Core Values**
**Purpose**
How we will positively impact the world
Connecting and inspiring people
**Mission**
What we do every day
Invaluable partner on our customer's journey
**Values**
The way we work
Deliver world-class service. See the big picture. Value people. Drive results. Do the right thing.
**U.S. Benefits**
Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Health Savings & Health Reimbursement Accounts
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Retirement Planning Options (401k)
Career Wear Reimbursement
Part Time Regular Benefit Offerings
Variety of Volunteer Benefits
Commuter/Transit Benefit
**Rewards**
* **Paid Time Off**
Vacation Days
Paid Holidays
Floating Holidays
Sick/Personal Days
* **Rewards/Incentives**
Premium Recognition Program (CenterStage)
Performance Incentive Plans (GEI Bonus)
Employee Referral Program
Annual Merit Evaluations
* **Training & Development**
Classroom/On the Job Training
Encore University
Career Pathing
* **Mobility**
Relocation
Global Transfer Opportunities
***Benefits eligibility varies upon position and/or full/part time status.** **Responsibilities**
**Job ID** EVENT011904 **Date posted** 02/28/2022 Position Overview
A Technician is responsible for the set up and operation of basic / small-scale audiovisual systems in a hospitality environment while ensuring complete customer satisfaction. This position reports to an Operations Manager, Operations Director or Director, Event Technology.
Key Job Responsibilities
Equipment Operation
Ensures a flawlessly executed event through accurate and timely setup, operation, and breakdown of basic audiovisual equipment as listed in the technical qualifications section.
Customer Service
Strives to exceed the expectations and needs of internal and external customers.
Maintains a positive relationship with all clients through effective communication.
Meets with guests on site to ensure that their needs are met and the equipment setup is working properly.
Monitors events and checks in on customers throughout the day.
Understands and fosters the hotel/client relationship.
Technical Ability
Understands the technical aspects of the job and demonstrates basic operational ability to troubleshoot and problem solve with equipment and software issues.
Handles equipment challenges and changes in a timely and professional manner.
Systems Knowledge
Understands company processes, follows procedures and completes systems entry and paperwork accurately.
Uses the equipment sheets to determine the equipment scheduled for set up and for strike. Interacts with other staff and outside vendors for equipment.
Increases revenue by utilizing floor up-selling techniques.
Works with clients to finalize invoices.
Completes order entries in Navigator, as needed.
Job Qualifications
High School Diploma required. Associates degree is preferred.
Achieve Technical Level 3 Certification per Encore Technical Skillset Matrix within 180 days (Technical Skill Set Matrix or @Encore/HR/Global Learning).
1 year of customer service or hospitality experience is preferred.
1 year of audio visual experience or equivalent in educational environment is preferred.
A valid drivers license is required for team members that may operate Company vehicles.
Additional DOT requirement may need to be met if applicable.
Competencies
Ownership
Hospitality
Professionalism
Responsiveness
Safety Conscious
Action Oriented
Tech Savvy
Work Environment
Hotel
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.
**About Our Location**
**Benefits**
Youll find some of the best rewards in the industry from comprehensive insurance options and generous PTO to a company-matching 401(k).