Audio Visual (AV) Installer

National Capitol Contracting (NCC); Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

National Capitol Contracting (NCC) seeks an experienced Audio Visual Installer for an onsite role in Arlington, VA to support installation, commissioning, and maintenance of complex government AV systems. The candidate should lead installation teams, troubleshoot, and maintain customer relationships.

The position requires 5+ years in AV installation and networked AV/control systems, strong CAD/documentation skills, and the ability to obtain or hold a Public Trust clearance.

Qualifications

• Public Trust clearance ability or willingness to obtain
• 5+ years AV installation, integration, and troubleshooting experience
• 5+ years configuring AV/network equipment and control systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience reading and maintaining CAD-based designs

Responsibilities

• Perform complex AV installations and integrations
• Conduct site surveys to evaluate requirements
• Assemble AV equipment racks
• Load and configure control system code
• Commission, test, and troubleshoot AV systems
• Maintain technical documentation and drawings
• Lead contract AV Technicians
• Configure and troubleshoot AV network equipment
• Provide end-user training and support
• Ensure compliance with project specs and safety

Skills

AV installation

Troubleshooting

Networking

Team leadership

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Audiovisual Technology or related field

Tools

Crestron

Extron

Biamp

Cisco/Tandberg

CAD drawings

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary

This is an ONSITE position located in Arlington, VA.

NCC is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Audio Visual Installer to support the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of complex audiovisual systems in a government environment. This role requires a strong technical background in AV integration, system troubleshooting, networking, and control systems, along with the ability to lead installation teams and maintain strong customer and vendor relationships. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with excellent communication skills and experience supporting mission-critical AV environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex audiovisual (AV) systems installations and integrations


• Conduct site surveys to evaluate project requirements and installation feasibility


• Fabricate and assemble AV equipment racks


• Load and configure control system code


• Commission, test, and troubleshoot AV systems to ensure full operational functionality


• Generate, update, and maintain technical documentation, including system drawings and As-Built documentation


• Develop and maintain strong technical relationships with vendors and manufacturers


• Lead and mentor a team of contract AV Technicians


• Configure and troubleshoot AV network equipment and control systems


• Support end users through training and operational guidance on newly installed AV systems


• Ensure installations comply with project specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance (criminal background and credit check required).


• High school diploma or equivalent.


• 5+ years of AV installation, integration, and troubleshooting experience.


• 5+ years troubleshooting AV equipment, including projectors, switchers, scalers, control systems, wireless microphones, lighting controllers, and touch-enabled systems.


• 5+ years configuring AV network equipment and troubleshooting integrated AV/control systems.


• 5+ years reading, creating, and maintaining technical documentation, drawings, blueprints, and CAD-based designs.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Strong customer service skills and experience working in diverse team environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Audiovisual Technology, Engineering, Information Technology, Communications, or a related field.


• AVIXA certifications (CTS, CTS-D, CTS-I).


• Manufacturer certifications (Biamp, ClearOne, Crestron, Cisco/Tandberg, Shure, AMX, Extron).


• Experience in government contracting environments.


• Experience training end users on AV systems.


• Experience with IP networking, video teleconferencing, and Crestron Studio programming.


• Experience supporting Windows environments, streaming appliances, storage servers, video production systems, asset management platforms, and remote AV device management.


• Ability to support multiple operating systems and enterprise AV environments.

NCC provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are an applicant that requires a reasonable accommodation, please email us and reference the position in your email.

NCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status or characteristic. E-Verify Employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.