Event Technician - University of Connecticut

When you work at Daktronics, you’ll be part of something amazing. We design, engineer, manufacture and support bold, eye-catching digital LED display technology and audio systems.

Our products bring excitement to professional, college and high school games. They attract customers for businesses around the world, and even provide direction for people as they travel, work and play.

As part of the Daktronics team, you’ll have interesting, impactful work with flexible opportunities. You can learn and grow at a company that provides competitive compensation and meaningful benefits – and the people are second to none.

Learn more About Daktronics!

This is an ongoing, part-time temporary Event Technician position. Hours worked each week will be dependent upon the number of events taking place.  

Where will I work?

This position will support Daktronics equipment for University of Connecticut for a variety of sports and stadiums which may include:

• Football
• Basketball
• Field Hockey
• Track
• Soccer
• Lacrosse
• Baseball
• Ice Hocky
• Softball

When will you work:

The position’s work hours are based on event schedules and will include weekdays, weeknight, and weekends.

Work hours will fluctuate according to event timings.

You should anticipate arriving 2 hours before event doors open and working until the conclusion of the event.

For instance: 

• For a 7:00pm event, your shift would be from 2:30pm to 10:30pm. 
• For a 12:00 event, your shift would be from 8:00am to 4:00pm.

What will I do?

As an Event Technician you will bring the magic of the game to the video board. If you love going to sporting events, hate being trapped in an office, and are looking for work experience related to your major this is the job for you! 

Our Event Technicians are part of a collaborative team responsible for the technical aspect of our events. Event Technicians are responsible for:   

• Provide on-site services, including maintenance, for all Daktronics systems and control equipment: 
  • Learn Daktronics products, control/scoring systems, and processes and accurately diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair these systems in a timely and quality-conscious manner. 
  • Complete hardware repairs using hand tools and other troubleshooting equipment. 
  • Able to work in team environment. 
  • Accurately meter AC & DC power and diagnose issues. 
  • Complete quality work in a timely manner and be able to work under pressure and time constraints. 
• Perform ‘pre-event’ equipment checks and repairs the day events will occur. 
• Develop and maintain relationships with our customers as main point of contact during events. 
• Arrive on time for all events that you are scheduled. 
• Help when and where needed and make suggestions for improvement. 
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned.

General Overview of Compensation and Benefits:

The typical hiring range for this position is $20.00 to 25.00 per hour based on the location of Storrs, CT. The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors, including relevant education, experiences, location, and applicable local legislation. 

This position is eligible for a subset of our company benefits including, employee discount program, employee assistance program, community donation program, unpaid time off, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, leaves, disability and accommodations. Information about Daktronics benefits can be found on our website Career Opportunities (daktronics.com). This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by Daktronics at any time. 

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or associate degree and/or a background in one of the following areas is preferred:  
  • Electronics Engineering Technology, Electronic Technology, Information Technology, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering. 
  • A degree in another technical field. 
• Must be available to work the event schedules at the University of Connecticut.
• Able to work at heights, work from a ladder, and ability to carry ladder/tools/parts from storage room to work site. 
• Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 45 pounds.  
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills, good organizational skills, good troubleshooting/problem solving skills, and self-motivation.  
• Ability to communicate and work effectively as a member of a team.  
• Effectively exercise discretion and independent judgment.  
• Must be willing and able to take on responsibility and learn new skills.  
• Fluent in English, written and verbal.  
• Individual must have reliable transportation to travel to assigned venue.  
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. 
• Daktronics does not sponsor, renew, or extend immigration visas for this position. 

Daktronics is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetics, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or citizenship status. If you would like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.