Assistant Technical Manager Jobs in Nevada (NOW HIRING)

SmartSource®, an ABCOM Technology Group company, has more than 35 years of experience serving clients' business technology needs in the events, staffing, legal, government, finance, education, entertainment, and meeting production industries. The company provides service throughout North America through its fully staffed and equipped offices in major metropolitan markets. SmartSource draws from its extensive inventory of audio-visual technologies to deliver world class solutions for meetings and conventions, including general sessions, breakout rooms, trade shows, and specialty events. The SmartSource team is passionate about leveraging its expertise to support our clients’ goals, while inspiring their attendees and stakeholders.

SmartSource will afford you an exciting career opportunity. We offer a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. Most importantly, you will be provided with the support and environment to excel and succeed with an industry leading company. If you are enthusiastic, highly motivated and looking for a great opportunity, we encourage you to apply today.

Job Summary:

The Technical Specialist is a regionally assigned technical resource focused on LED technology in event areas such as Tradeshows, General Sessions, and other event environments. This role ensures technical excellence and operational efficiency across regional events and serves as a developmental pathway toward Project Management.

What You will Do:

• Operate independently in a specialized technical area after completing internal certifications and field validation.
• Support the sales team by preparing accurate and technically sound proposals within their area of expertise.
• Provide on-site technical execution for events, ensuring quality and consistency across deliverables.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Technical Leads, and fulfillment branches to align technical execution with event goals.
• Assist with event logistics including labor coordination, equipment packaging, rentals, and freight services.
• Troubleshoot and resolve AV and IT-related issues during setup and execution.
• Maintain open communication with Account Executives and Project Management staff.
• Occasionally fill other roles as needed, maintaining flexibility while prioritizing their core specialty.
• Contribute to regional KPIs including proposal turnaround, personnel utilization, customer satisfaction, and event profitability.
• Participate in cross-regional knowledge sharing and best practice alignment.

What You Bring:

Must Haves:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in the event industry, including hands-on project execution.
• Strong background in area of LED Technology.
• Proficiency in configuring, networking, and troubleshooting computers, printers, and related hardware.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to thrive under pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Technically savvy with MS Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel, and cloud-based applications.
• Expect to travel regionally and occasionally support other regions (up to 70%) (Approx 20-25 events)

Nice to Haves:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Management and/or AV Rental Industry experience.
• Specialized knowledge in AV applications, i.e., LED walls, Audio, Video, with appropriate certifications as appropriate

Career Path

This role is designed as a stepping stone toward Project Management, offering exposure to proposal development, event execution, and cross-functional collaboration.

SmartSource is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. SmartSource does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including non-binary/third gender), transgender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or affectional preference, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, military status, marital status, or status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. SmartSource makes reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Rehabilitation Act, and applicable state and local laws.