L3 Senior AV Technician

Summary/Objective:

The Level 3 Senior AV Technician is an AV industry expert with experience leading and directing technicians (internal or subcontracted) on large and complex projects. The L3 Senior AV Technician would be responsible for validating systems, and reporting progress to Project manager to ensure projects achieve time, scope, budget, quality, safety, and customer satisfaction requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Perform installation tasks as noted in the projects Scope of Works (SOW)
• Read and interpret electronic schematics and architectural blueprints
• Support the Project Manager with site supervision of the install team, communication of daily job site status, and completion of required job documentation
• Act as customer liaison on site per project scope and directives. Direct on-site change request to Project Manager for confirmation and final direction
• Communicate and coordinate with other trades on site
• Use hand and power tools for various system installation related task including soldering, and termination of connectors including but not limited to XLR, RJ45, fiber-optic, and coaxial.
• Fabricate AV Rack as per elevation drawing with professional cable management
• Work with manufacturers to initiate return material authorization as needed
• Test point to point cabling, functionality of systems, and code for control and DSP systems.
• Support and Engineer or Programmer with minor programming changes to DSPs or room processors
• Configure IP addressable devices to establish communication on network
• Create, track, and complete a project punchlist
• Write & Edit code for DSP systems Biamp, Qsys, Shure, etc.
• Complete preventative maintenance checks, diagnosis, and necessary repair
• Provide client training as needed
• National and occasional international travel is required

Requirements:

• Ability to effectively communicate with technicians, customers, and colleagues.
• Ability to use hand and power tools in a safe and efficient manner
• Ability to work and think independently and ensuring to meet deadlines
• Mature personality with the ability to work both on own initiative and in a team environment
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize an often-conflicting workload
• Advance PC proficiency
• Proven business writing skills
• Ability to diagnose complex system problems
• Knowledge of advance signal flow for audio, video, and control
• Advance understanding of IP networking
• Ability to lead site teams on large, complex projects
• Ability to perform site surveys
• Minor control system programming changes and troubleshooting capabilities
• Knowledge and use of specific test equipment for required applications
• Knowledge and application of industry installation safety codes and standards
• Industry specific and manufacturer training/certifications
• Flexibility regarding working hours and willing to travel extensively. Client reserves the right to alter work hours and work location as necessary. Work hours may vary based on client requirements.
• Valid Driver's License
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to regularly climb and work from ladders up to heights of 35 feet
• Minimum of 6 to 8 years of installation experience in the audio visual, electronics or related industry required.
• Valid and current CTS Certification required

Preferred:

• Formal education in Audio Visual, Electronics or related field preferred
• OSHA Certified
• Confirmed Project Site Lead Role experience
• Ability to obtain formal approved clearances (Government or system specific) may be required
• Experience with Enterprise VC solutions (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, Bluejeans, Cisco Telepresence, etc.) both hardware and software
• AVIXA CTS-I preferred
• Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: Full time, 40 hours per week.
• Supervisory Responsibility: Supervision of L1 and L2 Technicians and Team Lead responsibilities, including sign off.
• Work Environment: Varies depending on client site.
• Preferred Location(s): Dallas, TX or Houston, TX or Atlanta, GA
• Travel: Expect 100% Travel to client locations