AV Technician

International Executive Service Corps; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

International Executive Service Corps is seeking an Audio/Visual Technician/Senior Technician in Houston to install, repair, and service AV systems on varied projects. You will read blueprints, lay out work, install cables, racks and equipment, and troubleshoot grounding and signal integrity under supervision.

Ideal candidates have strong wiring, equipment rack assembly, and familiarity with 70V speaker systems; Crestron/Extron knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Reads blueprints and wiring diagrams to guide installations.
• Performs assembly, layout and installation of AV components and racks.
• Diagnoses and troubleshoots cabling, grounding and equipment issues.

Responsibilities

• Lays out work and preps materials for installation.
• Performs overhead and underground layout and rough-in.
• Terminates copper cables including coaxial and multi-pair.
• Measures and installs cable tray with hand tools.
• Assembles equipment racks, network cabinets and wall fields.
• Reads diagrams, schematics or blueprints for installation.
• Sets up test equipment (VOM, SPL meters).
• Troubleshoots and resolves cabling/grounding issues.
• Operates hand tools and completes tasks as directed by supervisor.
• Meets attendance and punctuality requirements.

Skills

Read blueprints

Cable installation

Troubleshooting

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

VOM meter

SPL meter

Cable tester

Job description

The A/V group has worked with our customers to find the right integrated audio, video and control systems solutions for their budget. Our Audio/Visual Technician/ Sr. Technician works under the guidance of a Foreman of Superintendent on installations, alterations, additions, and/or repair of audio/visual systems, associated materials and equipment on any type project.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lays out work and preps materials for installation.
• Performs overhead and underground layout and rough-in.
• Terminate all types of copper cable including coaxial, multi-pair, LV power, Line/Mic level cable, speaker level cable and Category 3 through 6.
• Measures, cuts, bends, assembles and installs cable tray using measuring devices and hand tools.
• Assembles and installs equipment racks, relay racks, network cabinets, wall fields and associated components.
• Perform equipment and cabling installations in new and existing facilities following diagrams, schematics, of blueprints.
• Correctly set up and operate VOM (Volt-Ohm Meter), SPL (sound pressure level) meter, copper and fiber optic testing equipment.
• Troubleshoots and resolves problems in all applicable cabling and grounding systems.
• Operates any hand tools and equipment necessary to perform all associated tasks.
• Performs other project related duties and assignments as instructed by supervisor.
• Meets attendance standards and complies with late/absence notification procedures.

Position Requirements:

• A minimum 3-7 years for Sr. Technicians with experience in installation in the A/V field. This covers the basic installation of speakers, TVs, projectors, projection screens and various types of TV mounts.
• Able to read blue prints including wiring line diagrams.
• Able to build A/V racks using rack elevations.
• Familiar with 70v speaker system installation, speaker tap settings, testing and troubleshooting.
• Familiar with Crestron or Extron Digital Media systems including wiring, installing devices and troubleshooting is preferred
• High School Graduate, GED or equivalent