Classroom Equipment Checker

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The University of Auckland is hiring a Classroom Equipment Checker through the Learning Environment Support Unit, a part‑time fixed‑term role until the end of Semester 2 2026, open only to currently enrolled students. In this practical, on‑the‑ground position you will devote 5 to 10 hours per week, mostly in morning shifts before 8 am, to perform routine checks of lecture theatres and troubleshoot assets such as the control panel, projector, lectern and radio mics, lectern PC, document camera, annotation tablet and phone, and to report faults so lectures start smoothly. Training is provided; salary is $55,634 per annum pro‑rated. To apply online by 20 February 2026, include a tailored cover letter and CV that show you meet the listed skills. Highlight reliability, strong attention to detail, punctuality and the ability to escalate issues; emphasize any prior AV/IT exposure and comfort with multitasking. If you have questions, contact Anca Popovici at [email protected] for a confidential chat; applications are online only and email submissions are not accepted.

Job Description

The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi  

This vacancy is only open to University of Auckland students who are currently enrolled. 

The Learning Environment Support Unit (LESU) of Connect – Digital Services at the University of Auckland is seeking highly motivated and responsible current students to assist with technical asset and systems management at the University of Auckland, as a Classroom Equipment Checker. If you have a moderate understanding of computers and want to apply your skills in a way that supports the UoA community, then we want you to join our team. 

As a student checker of LESU, you will take a varied role in supporting lecture theatre equipment and Lecture Recording Management. The main responsibilities of this role include: 

• Contributing between 5 to 10 hours a week from Monday to Friday, with daily morning work hours before 8 am.  
• Performing morning routine checks of the Lecture Theatre (LT) system to ensure that it is functioning well in the rooms allocated to you.   
• Checking the functioning of the following technical assets within each of the rooms that you are responsible for: Control Panel, Preview Screen, Projectors, Lectern & Radio Mics, Lectern PC, Document Camera, Annotation Tablet, and Phone. 
• Reporting and addressing any faults/problems in a timely manner, ensuring all issues are resolved before lectures begin at 8am. 
• Assisting with general duties required in maintaining the Audio / Video management of the systems.

For further information, please refer to the Position Description. Please note we have multiple vacancies available and these are part-time, fixed-term positions until the end of Semester 2 (23rd October 2026). The salary for the positions is $55,634 per annum (prorated).

He kōrero mōu | About you 

This vacancy is only open to University of Auckland students who are currently enrolled. Because this is primarily an early morning job, the ideal individual(s) will be responsible for coming to work on time and have a keen eye for detail. Further training will be provided upon commencement of work. 

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team 

The modern teaching environment is sophisticated and offers lecturers and students many opportunities to teach and learn with a wide variety of media and styles. The Learning Environment Support Unit (LESU) of Connect – Digital Services supports these functions. 

Additional Information

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer 

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities.  

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through: 

• A competitive salary  

• Five weeks’ annual leave (pro-rata) 

In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services.  

For more information please visit Staff Benefits. 

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland 

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university. We employ more than 5400 academic and professional staff to support over 41,000 students, making us one of NZ’s largest employers.   

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono  

This vacancy is only open to University of Auckland students who are currently enrolled. Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 20th February 2026  to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above. 

Please reach out to Anca Popovici via [email protected] for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email. 

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz