Survios, the developer of the best-selling game Raw Data for the HTC Vive, has an opening for a Technical Installer for Events and Location-Based Virtual Reality Activations.

Survios is looking for an entrepreneurial MacGyver-type to assist in installing location-based virtual reality game activations. From in-store pop-up arcades to full-scale VR activations, you will work with our Director of IT and System Administration to ensure that Survios delivers high-quality virtual reality demo pods. Ideally, in addition to your ability to execute, you will bring a fresh vision to the new and dynamic field of virtual reality location-based experiences and arcades.

Requirements:

• Attention to detail and the ability to read and follow schematics
• Minor construction, data cabling, wall assembly and electrical work is necessary
• Proven ability to work with vendors to source materials necessary to create functional installation setups
• Expertise in thinking across a broad range of technical equipment and functions and relish in the technical details
• Basic computer skills to be able to set up local networks and ability to learn how to install virtual reality hardware
• Minor construction, wall assembly using scd and hammers
• Determining the necessary technical supports, including the specifications, costs and usage of equipment applied to a wide variety of locations
• Proficiency in at least one primary technical skill, e.g., AV, Projection, Lighting, Sound, Carpentry
• Ability to assess the limitations of a location for setting up VR installations and ability to apply the skills necessary for troubleshooting in unforeseen circumstances
• Monitoring the condition of equipment, including arranging for repair and replacement of equipment, performing preventative maintenance as necessary, and troubleshooting issues on site
• Collaborate with the various Survios teams including IT and Operations to determine work-related expenses and budgeting
• Scheduling and attending technical planning meetings, and training others to do the same work as needed

Qualifications:

• 5-7 years of technical event and/or installation production work (could include trade show installations, arcade technical support, film production work, etc.)
• Ability to work weekends and evenings
• Travel required
• Proven experience handling the full scope of the role from technical details to conceptual/long-term vision of programming within a space
• Understanding of sound (digital), lighting, and video engineering within the live performance realm
• Electrical knowledge and light carpentry are highly desired, but not required.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs, bend, climb stairs
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of relevant technical software (e.g. CAD) is a plus
• Ability to work within a fast-moving, dynamic and nimble environment
• Customer focused with excellent communication and people skills
• Familiarity with setting up gaming console hardware and/or VR hardware devices such as HTC Vive, Oculus, and PS VR a huge plus