Media Services Technician, Level 1; Provisional

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Media Services Technicians under supervision or direction perform technical work of varying difficulty in the set‑up, operation, training, troubleshooting, general maintenance, and repair of digital/analog audio‑visual, video production, DVD, computer systems, digital photography, presentation, recording, projection, duplication, and related broadcast production equipment in classrooms, shops, studios, or in the field. Technicians must have a general knowledge of Windows and Apple‑based computers along with pertinent software.

They may transport equipment for on‑site use or shop repair and operate a motor vehicle as needed.

Under supervision, performs work of ordinary difficulty.

• Sets up, operates, does routine preventive maintenance and makes minor repairs on all types of projection equipment, portable public address systems, audio digital recorders, radios, cameras, and related equipment.
• Operates and maintains video production equipment.
• Operates video and audio duplication equipment.
• Prepares equipment requisitions; maintains inventory and repair records.
• Transports equipment for on‑site use or shop repair.
• Assists in training students and/or instructors in the operation and minor routine maintenance of audio‑visual, video production and related electronic equipment.
• Makes minor repairs to video recording equipment, video receiver/monitors, and related television production components.
• May supervise and/or train part‑time or temporary employees.

In addition to Level I duties, performs tasks of greater difficulty under general supervision.

• Makes complete repairs on all types of projection equipment, portable public address systems, audio recorders, radios, and related equipment.
• Trains students, instructors, and other personnel in the operations, general maintenance, and minor repair of audio‑visual and related electronic equipment.
• Evaluates the performance of new equipment and facilities; prepares reports on evaluation findings.
• Requisition supplies and equipment, solicits bids from outside parts vendors.
• Supervises and coordinates the activities of subordinate personnel.

In addition to Level II duties, performs tasks of greater difficulty under general supervision.

• Installs and performs initial system checkout of video production equipment.
• Interprets system schematic wiring diagrams.
• Assists campus departments with technical problems.
• Supervises all phases of equipment and supplies purchasing, from initial requisitions to vendor liaison, delivery, and payment.
• May supervise or operate a single facility of a technical service (e.g., repair shop, media duplication office, field repair center) and its staff.
• Participates in designing new facilities and specialized devices.

Media Services Technician

Non‑exempt

The Graduate Center (GC) is the focal point for advanced teaching and research at the City University of New York (CUNY). With over 35 doctoral and master’s programs of the highest caliber, the Graduate Center fosters pioneering research and scholarship in the arts and sciences and prepares students for careers in universities and the private, nonprofit, and government sectors. It houses more than 30 centers, institutes, and initiatives, including the Advanced Science Research Center (ASRC), a 200,000‑square‑foot facility in upper Manhattan, designed to promote collaboration among scientists in five areas of global research and innovation: nanoscience, photonics, structural biology, neuroscience, and environmental sciences.

The GC benefits from highly ambitious and diverse students and alumni who, in turn, teach hundreds of thousands of undergraduates every year. Through its public programs, the GC enhances New York City’s intellectual and cultural life. Information Technology (IT) is the division of the GC responsible for voice, video, and data systems and services, promoting, facilitating, and supporting the effective use of technology in…