Edtech.com's Summary

Michigan State University is hiring an AVIT Technician II / Univ. Repair & Network Technician II. The technician provides technical support for more than 350 centrally managed classrooms and additional departmental spaces across campus. Reporting to the AV/IT Integration Manager, this role installs, maintains, and repairs audiovisual and control system equipment while supporting major university events.

Highlights

Install, configure, and repair projectors, displays, audio systems, cameras, and control systems.
Troubleshoot hardware and software issues to minimize classroom downtime.
Perform preventative maintenance and system upgrades across campus AV equipment.
Support major university events, including athletics, conferences, and VIP functions.
Two to three years of college-level coursework in Electronics Technology plus one to three years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination.
Crestron, Q-sys, and BIAMP DSP programming experience preferred.

AVIT Technician II / Univ. Repair & Network Technician II Full Description

Working/Functional Title

AVIT Technician II

Position Summary

The University Repair & Network Technician II will be responsible for providing technical support to more than 350 centrally managed classrooms and additional departmental classrooms and conference rooms.

Reporting to the AV/IT Integration Manager, the University Repair & Network Technician II will primarily perform the following duties:

Install, configure, maintain, and repair audiovisual equipment, including projectors, displays, audio systems, cameras, control systems, and related technologies.
Respond to service requests and troubleshoot hardware and software issues to minimize classroom downtime.
Perform preventative maintenance and system upgrades to ensure reliable operation.
Support major university events, including Football and Hockey games, conferences, VIP events, and other campus functions.

Michigan State University (MSU) is ranked #29 among public universities and #64 overall in U.S. News & World Report’s America’s Best Colleges 2026. Located in East Lansing, three miles east of the state’s capitol, the MSU community includes more than 12,000 faculty, academic and support staff, as well as over 51,000 students. MSU offers an extensive benefits package to its employees including health care, prescription, and dental coverage, and a base retirement program with a University matching contribution, as well as basic life insurance. In addition, MSU offers educational benefits including a course fee courtesy program and educational assistance.

MSU Information Technology provides the primary leadership for strategic, financial, and policy initiatives affecting information technology (IT) across MSU. MSU IT offers technology resources that support MSU’s mission of providing education, conducting research, and advancing engagement.

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge such as that which normally would be acquired in the first two or three years of college, technical or vocational school in Electronics Technology or a related field; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in computers, electronic components and repairs; or in computers, networks, and data communications; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Qualifications

Requires valid vehicle operator's license where needed to perform duties of the position.
Crestron control system and Q-sys programming and installation experience. BIAMP DSP experience.
This position requires or will require prior to the completion of the probationary period: knowledge of basic personal computer terminology and operations, and the ability to use e-mail and the Internet.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions

Please provide three professional references who are knowledgeable of your work

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Website

www.tech.msu.edu

Summary of Physical Demands

This position will involve lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, and climbing.

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment, and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

Bidding eligibility ends September 8, 2026, at 11:55PM

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