Job Description

Position Number: 50001736 /
Department: Communication Studies
Grade: Technician Class I
Campus: Loyola (NDG)

Salary: $28.93 - $43.49 per hour
Union/Association/HR Policy: CUUSS-TS

Posting deadline: August 25, 2023

Recognized as Canada\'s top university under the age of 50, and one of Montreal\'s top Employers, Concordia University is the place to be if you are looking to grow, contribute and innovate in a dynamic and multicultural environment.

Be part of a community that addresses society\'s big challenges, supports your personal and professional growth, and makes a real impact in building a more sustainable world.

As a member of our community, you will have access to comprehensive benefits, a defined pension plan and numerous on site well-being facilities such as a state of the art gym and health clinic as well as a variety of educational and cultural opportunities.

SCOPE
Reporting to the Technical Supervisor of Communication Studies, the incumbent will configure, and maintain sound equipment, sound studios, video cameras, projectors and 3D printers within the department of Communication Studies. The Media Technician is responsible for the efficient maintenance and repair of a large inventory of equipment to support our Sound, Moving Images, Intermedia programs and equipment depot and Makers Space. As well as maintaining proper working conditions of classrooms and Labs in the CJ Building through regular maintenance of AV equipment within the rooms as well as the Crestron Units and other Audio/video interfaces approved by the university. The incumbent is required to keep abreast of latest processes, software and equipment needs related to the Departments. Understanding of the changing Technical needs of the Departments.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Regular inspection of Sound and Edit Studios, Media Creation Space to ensure smooth operation, e.g.: ensure that the facilities and equipment are well maintained and in proper operating condition.
• Interact with instructors and staff to ensure classrooms are maintained and functioning properly. Classroom inspection of Crestron systems.
• Establish safe working procedures to ensure that proper care and attention is taken in working methods and equipment usage.
• Maintain and repair studio microphones, recorders, analogue equipment, 3D printers and other necessary equipment.
• Work with instructors and faculty to set up lab spaces according to needed configurations for instruction of labs.
• Transfer of specialized technical expertise in the operation of equipment in the department and enforce adherence to safety regulations and proper practices.
• Evaluate and manage issues and related to repairs and calibrate equipment.
• Coordinate and contact the appropriate personnel within Maintenance Operations, Security, Cleaning Services, Health & Safety, Fire Safety and other Maintenance Service Units and submit request for work order repairs for facilities as requested by the Supervisor.
• Deploy equipment from CJ Depot & Makers Space depot as needed.
• Confer with staff, faculty and management to establish requirements for new systems or modifications, including making recommendations for purchases of hardware, software and spare parts for labs.
• Oversee the installation of new specialized equipment when required.
• Perform other duties as required by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma of Collegial Studies (3 year technical DEC) and four years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor\'s Degree in relevant discipline and two years of relevant experience.
• Advanced working knowledge of a broad range of equipment and proven diagnostic skills. Proven skill sets to maintain a wide range of audio and video equipment.
• Working knowledge of Pro Tools and Ableton and other sound recording software.
• Working knowledge of Adobe CC Suite and various NLE software.
• Working Knowledge of 3D printers.
• Oversee and modify the contents of modern digital production camera kits.
• Have a working knowledge of professional digital camera operation.
• Good Understanding of Digital File Formats: WAV, MP3, AAC, FLAC, MOV, M4V, MP4, etc.
• Working knowledge of health and safety regulations, best practices.
• Good knowledge (Level 4) of spoken and written English (Level 4), basic knowledge (Level 3) of spoken and written French in order to read, understand technical manuals, respond to email enquiries and provide technical information to Students and Faculty.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills and ability to work independently and efficiently under pressure.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and the ability to contribute effectively to a team.
• Basic knowledge of Word (to create documents) and of Excel (to input data). Ability to work with Outlook.
• Physical ability to perform primary responsibilities (for example: standing, walking and crouching) attested by successful completion of medical evaluation to the University\'s satisfaction.
• Have physical ability to occasionally lift/carry/move without assistance up to 23 kg (50 lbs.).
• Previous experience within an educational environment is an asset.
• Working knowledge of production software such as: Pro Tools, Audio Hijack, Ableton, Audacity, Logic, Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, Final Cut Pro, All Apple Pro Suites (Final Cut, Logic, Compressor, Garage Band, etc.), DaVinci Resolve, 3D printing software, AR/VR software, is an asset.
• Being professionally \xe2\x80\x9cproactive\xe2\x80\x9d in their approach to work is an asset.

Due to the volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted by our Talent Team.

Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic and administrative functions of the university, proficiency in English and French, as indicated, is required.

IMPORTANT: The language and computer skills of short-listed candidates will be tested.

Territorial Acknowledgement
Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien\'keh\xc3\xa1:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohti\xc3\xa0:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.

Employment Equity
Concordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, members of sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversification; candidates are invited to self-identify in their applications. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a diversity survey. This information is voluntary and any information collected for this purpose is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources employees. Results will be aggregated and used to help Concordia achieve its goal to see all members of our community not only reflected, but welcomed, included and supported in their efforts to contribute to all areas of university life.

Accessibility
Concordia desires to increase diversity among its community members and we strive to make our recruitment processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants. If you are contacted for an interview and anticipate needing accommodations during the process, please contact, in confidence, hr-employment@concordia.ca

Immigration Status
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada\'s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants\' status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens.

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