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.
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Where is this opportunity located?
This position is located onsite in Brookings, South Dakota. Candidates must be enrolled as a student and registered in at least 12 credits. Preferred applicant should be available to work 15-20 hours per week during the academic year and up to 40 hours per week during the summer.
What is the compensation?
The typical hiring range for this position is $15.00 to $16.00 per hour based on the location of Brookings, South Dakota. The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors, including relevant education, experiences, location, and applicable local legislation.
Students with GPA of 3.5 and above may be eligible for a $500 Academic Excellence Reward for each spring and fall semester completed while employed. Additional conditions may apply.
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.
What will the work look like for me?
This position supports sales of products designed for all of Daktronics Business Units and is focused on preparing and maintaining video based equipment used for demonstrations, conventions, tradeshows, and competitor shootouts. This position directly works with the design, setup, quality, and support of integrated control and display systems. A unique aspect of this position is not only being able to technically work with these systems but developing an eye for what looks good on a display.
Gain extensive knowledge of Daktronics video displays and control systems, hardware platforms, and network designs. Support sales efforts. Design, setup, and test display systems with content at Daktronics prior to shipment. Inspect the product with a critical eye to ensure the best possible product is being presented to potential customers. Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair any hardware or software issues that arise during a product demonstration. Assist with checking out, packing, and loading of complete systems for shipment. Work with customer service to send parts in for repair. Calibrate and maintain display quality. Provide technical sales support during the event both scheduled and unscheduled. Manage the load out and shipping process post event. Work scheduled and unscheduled time as needed to effectively support company goals and have the ability to maintain contact with coworkers outside normal business hours. Competently represent Daktronics to customers. Become knowledgeable of and follow company procedures. Perform other tasks or responsibilities as assigned.Check out our Daktronics Student Career Video.
QualificationsAcademic requirements:
The preferred candidate will be a student registered in at least 12 credits and currently enrolled in accredited Bachelor’s degree program in Electronic Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Business degree with a demonstrated technical aptitude. The preferred candidate will be in their sophomore or junior year of school. Only strong academic performers will be considered. Must maintain an acceptable GPA. Unofficial transcripts or web transcripts must be submitted with application to be considered for this position.Other Requirements:
Applicants should be available to work approximately 15 hours per week (maximum of 20 hours per week) during the academic year and up to 40 hours per week during the summer.Effectively participate as a member of a team. Ability to work independently with minimum supervision on a variety of tasks. Desire to work with hardware, software, mechanical, and electrical systems. Experience with these systems preferred. Excellent troubleshooting skills and resourcefulness. Demonstrated ability to take responsibility and learn quickly. Regularly and reliably work scheduled hours. Be flexible to work nights and weekends as needed to support business needs. Ability to work at heights, work from ladders, and ability to carry ladders and/or tools. Ability to lift 75 pounds. Ability to become a certified forklift and overhead crane operator. Steady hand/eye coordination. Ability to travel by air and ground. Valid driver’s license and good driving record. Motor vehicle records will be checked.Good oral and written communication skills, good organizational skills, self-motivation. Fluent in English, both written and verbal.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.
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