Media Services Technician CL

The University of Maine System Information Technology (UMS:

IT) team is accepting applications for a Media Services Technician CL3 to join our team on the University of Maine campus. This team provides support for advanced classroom technology, web-based hybrid and remote learning classes, along with a variety of high-visibility campus-based events and conferences. This role plays a vital part in ensuring that seamless content presentations and technology interaction are achieved for instructors and hosts when delivering academic classes and campus-hosted events.

Our Media Service Technicians are responsible for the operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of many complex media, classroom, and event technologies, including some occasional equipment installations and removals.

• Handle the management, maintenance, and operation of complex classroom technology systems.
• Provide administration of end‑user aspects of distance learning and classroom technology software systems.
• Handle the configuration of complex signal diagnostic and measurement equipment.
• Provide advanced repairs and configuration of classroom technology systems and equipment.
• Handle the professional installation of permanent equipment and systems in classrooms and technology spaces.
• Design signal/control/media ingestion configuration for special events.

• High school diploma, or equivalent
• Two years of specialized training
• Three years of technology support experience
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Proficiency with classroom media systems, signal routing, and AV software platforms
• Ability to work independently and manage complex technical tasks.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in various campus environments.

• The standard hours are Monday through Friday, from 9:30 am to 6:00 pm.
• Some weekend or evening hours may be required, depending on semester or departmental needs.
• The location is on the University of Maine, Orono campus.

The starting wage is $22.96 per hour (non‑negotiable), or the appropriate transfer rate for ACSUM/COLT unit members within the University of Maine System.

UMS offers a highly competitive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

• 13 paid holidays plus earned vacation and sick time
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Short‑term disability insurance and employer‑paid long‑term disability insurance
• Employer‑paid basic life insurance
• Tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents (spouse, domestic partner, and dependent children)
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution

Materials must be submitted via "Apply Now" below. You will need to complete an application and upload the following:

• Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 12/16/25.
• Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
• Incomplete application materials cannot be considered.
• Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide three (3) names and contact information for references.
• The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screenings.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in and reside in the United States.
  
  Please note:
  
  We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship now or in the future.

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