Audiovisual Technician – Boston, MA

McCann Systems LLC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family health benefits

Matching retirement contributions

Paid time off

And more

Job summary

McCann Systems LLC is seeking an Audiovisual Technician to join our on-site team in Massachusetts. The role covers day-to-day AV system installation, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, and client support, under the supervision of the Lead Technician and project manager.

Responsibilities include reading and interpreting drawings, maintaining cable management, rack building, and coordinating with clients and contractors to ensure successful project completion across corporate, educational,

Qualifications

• Experience with audiovisual system installation and integration.
• Ability to read and implement system designs and schematics.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills; team oriented.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site installation and integration of AV systems in corporate, educational, or commercial environments
• Configure and deploy AV systems including displays, projectors, control systems (Crestron/Extron), audio DSPs, and conferencing solutions
• Assist with system testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning under the direction of the Lead Technician and project manager
• Work as part of the field team, following direction from the Lead Technician during installation phases
• Interact professionally with clients and general contractors on site, and pass questions or issues to the Lead Technician or project manager when needed

Skills

AV installation

System configuration

Testing and troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Client communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Crestron

Extron

AV equipment

Job description

McCann Systems is seeking a detail-oriented, motivated Audiovisual Technician to join our nationwide team.

McCann Systems is a leading audiovisual integrator based in Billerica, MA, specializing in creating innovative and immersive solutions for corporate, educational, and entertainment environments. With a strong emphasis on exceptional customer service, McCann Systems delivers cutting-edge technology solutions that enhance communication, collaboration, and engagement.

Position Summary

This is a full-time on-site role for an Audiovisual Technician who is responsible for day-to-day tasks related to audiovisual system integration and installation. This includes system installation, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, and client support. The Technician works under the direction of the Lead Technician and project manager and works with other technicians to make sure projects are completed successfully.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Perform on-site installation and integration of AV systems in corporate, educational, or commercial environments
• Configure and deploy AV systems including displays, projectors, control systems (Crestron/Extron), audio DSPs, and conferencing solutions
• Assist with system testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning under the direction of the Lead Technician and project manager
• Work as part of the field team, following direction from the Lead Technician during installation phases
• Interact professionally with clients and general contractors on site, and pass questions or issues to the Lead Technician or project manager when needed
• Read and interpret construction drawings, signal flow diagrams, and project schematics, and report field changes for redlines
• Ensure proper cable management, system labeling, rack building, and equipment mounting
• Help keep project documentation accurate, including daily progress reports for the project team

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• Ability to lift, carry, and transport up to 50 lbs of equipment, tools, or materials regularly
• Ability to climb ladders, work on scaffolding or lifts, and perform tasks at heights (up to 20 feet or more as needed)
• Comfortable working in tight or confined spaces, including ceiling cavities, under raised floors, and behind walls
• Able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl for extended periods during installations
• Manual dexterity for fine motor tasks such as cable terminations, connector crimping, and rack assembly
• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments, including active construction sites with noise, dust, and varying temperatures
• Willingness to wear PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, harness, gloves, etc.) as required by site safety protocols
• Ability to travel to job sites across regional or out-of-state locations when necessary, including occasional overnight stays

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Experience with audiovisual system installation and integration
• Experience with system configuration, testing, and troubleshooting
• Strong technical skills in setting up and operating audiovisual equipment
• Knowledge of audiovisual standards and best practices
• Ability to read and implement system designs and schematics
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Experience in the audiovisual or related industry is a plus
• Industry certifications such as CTS are a plus

Pay range is $25.00-$35.00 per hour based on experience.

• family health benefits
• matching retirement contributions
• paid time off
• and more

It is the policy of McCann Systems to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination as to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, religion, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic status, domestic abuse status, or AIDS and HIV status in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.