DoD AV Technician – Live Events & Systems Deployment

By Light Professional IT Services; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

American Communications Solutions is seeking an Audio-Visual Installation Technician to install, maintain, and service professional AV systems in support of DoD operations. The role involves traveling to CONUS locations and supporting high-visibility events at Fort Meade.

The candidate will operate live AV equipment, manage sound, video, and control systems, and coordinate with event staff. A minimum of 1–2 years of AV installation experience is required, with travel up to 50% expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years installing audiovisual equipment including video panels, speakers, racking, microphones, A/V cabling and wiring.
• Willing to travel up to 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Operate live audio, video, and control systems during conferences, briefings, ceremonies, and other high-visibility events at the Fort Meade Conference Center.
• Run soundboards to support live speakers, panels, and audience audio.
• Manage microphone systems.
• Route video content, manage source switching, and operate cameras during live events.
• Support VTC calls (Cisco, Microsoft Teams Rooms) including pre-call testing, in-call troubleshooting, and content sharing.
• Troubleshoot a variety of audiovisual systems for mission critical events.
• Install, assemble, repair AV systems according to documentation and standards.
• Coordinate with event coordinators, presenters, security, and protocol staff before and during events.
• Read and understand project drawings and schematics, engineering notes, and operation manuals.
• Fabricate, cable, and test equipment racks and cabinets as needed.
• Demonstrate effective communication and time management under pressure.

Skills

Travel willingness

Communication skills

Job description

American Communications Solutions is seeking an Audio-Visual Installation Technician to install, maintain, and service professional AV systems in support of DoD operations. The role involves traveling to CONUS locations and supporting high-visibility events at Fort Meade.

The candidate will operate live AV equipment, manage sound, video, and control systems, and coordinate with event staff. A minimum of 1–2 years of AV installation experience is required, with travel up to 50% expected.