L3 Senior AV Technician

About the job 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