AV Support Engineer I

Amazon; New York (NY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic AV Support Engineer to provide exceptional service and support for AV/VC systems. This role involves troubleshooting complex integrated systems, collaborating with IT teams, and ensuring seamless communication with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and a customer-focused attitude. Join a vibrant team that values innovation and adaptability, where your contributions will directly enhance the experience of users in a fast-paced environment. If you're passionate about AV technology and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity awaits you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of AV experience with a focus on corporate AV systems.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with a solid understanding of signal flow.

Responsibilities

• On-site troubleshooting of complex AV systems in various settings.
• Collaborating with IT technicians and vendors for repairs and improvements.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

BA/BS in a related technical field

Equivalent industry experience

Tools

Extron

Crestron

BiAmp

Cisco

Shure

Poly

Job description

Job ID: 2930174 | Amazon.com Services LLC

The AV support Engineer will be responsible for providing in-person service and support to all Amazonians utilizing AV/VC systems for events, meetings, and other needs. They will work with on-premise IT technicians, contractors, and integrators to troubleshoot issues with these systems. They will have an understanding of the broad variety of AV standards deployed at Amazon and be capable of resolving complex issues. They will have the communication skills to guide both peers and non-technical Amazonians in rapidly implementing workarounds to unblock events.

The successful AV Support Engineer will be customer-focused and motivated by team success. They will be innovative, energetic, and able to adapt to new processes and procedures quickly while dealing with a high volume of urgent requests and ambiguity. They will be committed, flexible, and have demonstrated the ability to maintain high levels of productivity while working independently with minimal supervision. They will demonstrate strong initiative and genuine curiosity.

Key job responsibilities

1. On-site troubleshooting of AV systems, particularly complex integrated systems such as large conference rooms, training rooms, executive rooms, and bespoke or legacy systems.
2. Working with on-premise IT technicians, contractors, and integrators through troubleshooting and repair procedures.
3. Communicating with manufacturers and vendors to arrange repair or RMA of faulty equipment and managing local inventory.
4. Working closely with partner teams including AV hardware deployment, AV Escalation, and MeetEx to drive continuous improvement of the customer experience.
5. Maintaining communication with customers and stakeholders, informing them of incident progress via thorough ticket documentation and the use of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
6. Collaborating on technical documentation and SOPs, incorporating field learnings and customer feedback.
7. Daily travel between sites in the metro area required.
8. Must be able to lift or carry equipment up to 40 lbs and use hand tools as needed.
9. Ability to work at height (<= 8 Feet).
10. Occasional after-hours work may be required.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- BA/BS degree in a related technical field, or equivalent industry experience
- 2+ years of experience in the AV sector with a proven record of effectively commissioning, configuring, troubleshooting, or installing corporate AV systems
- Experience working with AV technologies such as Extron, Crestron, BiAmp, Cisco, Shure, and Poly; control systems, DTP systems, matrix switchers, extenders, and audio DSPs
- Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and diagnosis skills with a strong understanding of signal flow
- Experience with network technology including video and audio over IP (e.g. Dante/AES)
- Ability to establish and build healthy working relationships and partnerships with peers, customers, vendors, and suppliers
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, both oral and written
- Strong prioritization and organizational skills with attention to detail

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- CTS, CTS-I or CTS-D, or Cedia equivalent
- Crestron DMC-T or DMC-E Certification
- SynAudCon Training
- CTI-P101 Foundations of Crestron Programming Certification
- CompTia Network+ and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Additional Certifications or formal training by AV manufacturers (e.g. Crestron, Extron, Biamp, QSC, Cisco, Dante, etc.)

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $46,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $103,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit this link.