Lead AV Installation Technician commercial installations

Our client, a market leader in integrated technology focused on online educational training, has an opening for aLead AV Installation Technician. The individual in this rolewill be responsible for leading the team to implement A/V and IT project designs at the client site. The individual in this role must take initiative and have a desire to leverage their leadership skills, technical, critical thinking, and communication skills. Will be working closely with all installation technicians, Project Managers, Client Support, Project Engineering, Training, and the Clients to ensure the installed systems maintain the highest quality and maximize customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities include:

• Positively represent the company at the client site, acting as the on-site interface with the clients, consultants, contractors, sub-contractors, vendors, and technical service representatives.
• Cable pulling and AV equipment installation, including rack assembly and computer set up.
• Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving issues related to A/V hardware components and connections, automation control and audio DSP systems, and networking.
• System testing and quality control of installed solutions.
• Identify and resolve issues that will impact the project and schedule.
• Perform and document system acceptance testing and client acceptance.
• Effectively manage installation team onsite.
• Integration of Simulators into Company solutions.
• Coordinate efforts with Client Support to document and support existing customer installations.
• Coordinate efforts with Project Mangers to ensure system deliverables.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional teams.
• Assist with design, development, and specification of materials and components for use in Company products.
• Coordinate project schedules, work assignments, and workforce expenditures with Project Managers, assisting with workforce requirements and forecasting.

Required skills:

• Possesses a strong knowledge of computer applications such as Windows Operating Systems, Windows Server, enterprise web and client applications and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, system design drawings and architectural drawings.
• Low voltage A/V projects in hospitality, surveillance, tele-data, or related fields.
• Low voltage cable pulling and termination experience.
• Cable management experience.
• A/V and IT systems integration, networking, Microsoft servers, IT infrastructures.
• Must have a valid driver s license.
• Travel Requirement 60%.
• Ability to travel outside the US (Canada); valid passport required.
• Ability to receive clearances to work on government sites.

Education/Experience:

• InfoComm CTS certification required.
• InfoComm CTS-I certification required within twelve months of employment.
• IT and networking technology background required.
• 5+ years related experience in Audio-Visual systems installation in commercial and/or residential environments.
• Management experience required.
• Crestron control systems experience required.
• BIAMP programming experience required.

Comprehensive Benefits include:

Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance,Company Paid Life Insurance,Supplemental Life,Aflac Plans
Critical Illness Plan,Accident Plan,Short- and Long-Term Disability,401(k) Plan with Company Match
15 PTO days annually to start, and Professional Development Training