Audiovisual Technician

Consult with patrons to assess and determine audiovisual equipment, computer and software needs; reserve audiovisual equipment and computer software; instruct patrons and staff on the use of audiovisual and computer equipment; troubleshoot, repair and maintain audiovisual and computer equipment. Provide equipment purchase consultation and digital media transfer services. Maintain booking system for audiovisual/computer equipment and software; co-ordinate external courier deliveries of audiovisual materials; perform library circulation functions.


Edcuation and Experience

Completion of a two-year Library Technician or a two-year Media Technician diploma from a publicly accredited post-secondary institution or combination of equivalent education, training and experience.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Demonstrated experience using an automated circulation system.
Demonstrated ability to use tact and discretion with a variety of people and situations and work in a team environment.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated keyboarding skills, understanding of computer concepts and terminology and experience with word processing software, and file management systems.
Demonstrated knowledge of library classification system.
Demonstrated ability to work with a minimum of direct supervision, to establish priorities, achieve deadlines, problem solve and function well under pressure.
Previous experience working in a public services environment.
Demonstrated experience in operating, troubleshooting and performing basic repair and maintenance on a variety of audiovisual, camera and computer equipment.
Ability to adapt to changing equipment and software technologies.
Ability to lift 30 to 50 pounds and to move equipment on carts.
Proven ability to train users and coworkers in the operation of equipment and software, including adaptive equipment for users with special needs.
Experience working with adaptive equipment for users with special needs.
Monday to Friday +:45am-5:15pm
1 x 30 minute unpaid meal period and 2 x 15 minutes rest periods.


As per the KPU-BCGEU Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants within the BCGEU bargaining unit are given first consideration in filling this position. Internal applicants must apply by 11:5+pm on the internal closing date in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Internal applications received after the closing date will be considered as an external applicant.

Salary Information

Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

Total Rewards

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more! Note: eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary if the position is temporary or part-time.

Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU’s workplace, culture and total rewards.


Note to Applicants

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.

If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at talentacquisition@kpu.ca.

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.