Audio Visual Technician - NC/SC

Howard Industries, Inc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a rapidly expanding technology solutions provider as an AV Technician, where you'll leverage your skills in installing and commissioning custom AV systems. This role involves collaborating with project managers, ensuring top-notch installation of AV components, and providing exceptional on-site support. If you're passionate about technology and eager to work in diverse environments, this position offers a great opportunity to grow in the AV industry. Enjoy competitive compensation and benefits while working with a team dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions in various sectors.

Benefits

Paid Overtime

Medical Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401K Retirement Plan

Education Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacations

Qualifications

• 1+ years of commercial AV experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret AV schematics and CAD drawings.
• Willingness to travel and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Install AV system components following project scope.
• Provide on-site service and support for installed AV systems.
• Maintain effective communication with customers and project management.

Skills

Communication Skills

AV System Installation

Troubleshooting

Signal Flow Knowledge

Reading AV Schematics

Physical Ability to Lift

Commercial AV Experience

Basic IP Networking

MS Office Proficiency

Education

General CTS Certification

Ability to Obtain CTS-I

Tools

Crestron

Extron

Epson

Samsung

Vaddio

AMX

Biamp

DaLite

Job description

Division: Howard Technology Solutions

Location: Charlotte, NC

Equal Opportunity Employer Vet/Disabled

Job Description

Howard Technology Solutions is a rapidly expanding technology solutions provider serving the K-12, Higher Education, Healthcare, Government, and Commercial markets. We are seeking a motivated, well-organized AV Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have good communication skills, a solid understanding of AV best practices and standards, basic knowledge of signal flow, troubleshooting abilities, and experience in installing, testing, and commissioning custom commercial AV integrated systems.

Responsibilities

1. Review project documentation and consult with the project manager to understand installation requirements.
2. Install AV system components such as displays, projectors, screens, speakers, microphones, amplifiers, control systems, and racks following industry best practices and project scope.
3. Provide on-site service and support for installed AV systems.
4. Verify delivery and shipment of gear to the job site.
5. Maintain effective communication with customers and project management.
6. Lead subcontractors on-site when necessary.
7. Support off-site programming resources as needed.
8. Keep the Project Manager informed about installation progress.

Skills and Qualifications

1. Strong communication skills.
2. Experience with installing, testing, and commissioning custom AV systems.
3. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve AV system issues.
4. Knowledge of signal flow, signal types, cabling, connectors, and terminations.
5. Ability to read and interpret AV schematics, CAD drawings, blueprints, and manuals.
6. Willingness to travel within designated territories and occasionally overnight; reliable transportation required.
7. Familiarity with products like Crestron, Extron, Epson, Samsung, Vaddio, AMX, Biamp, and DaLite is preferred.
8. Physical ability to climb ladders, lift at least 40 lbs, work at heights up to 60 feet, and work on man-lifts.
9. At least 1 year of commercial AV experience preferred.
10. Experience installing and commissioning small to medium AV systems.
11. Understanding of systems integration and basic IP networking.
12. General CTS certification preferred; ability to obtain CTS-I within 24 months.
13. Proficiency in MS Office.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary plus paid overtime.
• Medical, disability, and life insurance.
• 401K retirement plan.
• Education reimbursement.
• Paid holidays and vacations.

Salary is dependent on experience.

Career Level

Experienced (Non-Manager)