Perform duties to plan for and set up assigned elements of audio systems and equipment and assist with the set up and operation of other elements to implement shows in keeping with contractual requirements and organizational quality standards, making broad decisions where only general methods are available.

• Work from schedules, contracts and other documentation provided by the Tour Manager and other client contacts.
• Review tour schedules, contracts and other documentation. Determine nature of the event and related requirements to plan approach to implementing requirements of show. Determine and communicate pull list of additional and auxiliary equipment required to set up shows and implement contracts in designated locations. Assist in Warehouse as available to pull, set up, test and review equipment, build racks of equipment and diagnose and repair equipment malfunctions in preparation for shows. Work with any range of internal staff to resolve pre-production issues.
• Travel to designated venue and identify specific location of assigned show within venue. Monitor location to ensure adequate power supply and space for set up and staging of show elements. Communicate with Tour Manager and other client contacts to arrange for adjustments as required.
• Receive equipment and assist to move cases to staging area. Open and inspect contents of cases. Ensure the receipt of all equipment listed on manifests and note and report on condition of equipment on receipt. Communicate with internal staff to investigate and resolve issues related to missing or inappropriate equipment.
• Act as Lead Technician, team member or operate individually as assigned. Initiate contact with client; determine priorities and plans for set up of show. Communicate priorities and assignments to other Technicians and freelance labor; ensure that setup is accomplished within established time and quality standards and document show activities, hours, equipment, anomalies, problems and other issues on Show Report. Represent the company to clients to ensure that show meets with quality expectations and to communicate additional cost for labor or equipment to implement additional required elements as requested. Respond to calls after normal show or business hours to investigate and resolve problems.
• Set up assigned equipment and systems, independently or under direction to implement show contract. Set up, initiate, interface, tune and operate equipment and systems to ensure optimal operation and result. Communicate with other technical staff as required to diagnose and resolve set up or operating problems. Demonstrate equipment operation for client and respond to client requirements for changes in setup. Operate equipment to suit client requirements during course of event.
• Ensure that equipment is protected and secured during down periods. Strike equipment at the conclusion of event. Ensure that equipment is packed to suit transit requirements and to avoid damage. Assist with the loading of equipment onto trucks for transport, loading truck to balance weight and to guard against shifting in transit.
• Maintain current awareness of audio equipment and related technology. Attend training classes and seminars to upgrade and update knowledge. Research new equipment capabilities and make recommendations as to the purchase of new equipment and technology.