Field Engineer

Kinly; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 98,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinly seeks a Senior Field Engineer for the Florida region to install, troubleshoot, test, and light-commission AV systems at customer sites from Tampa. This full-time, on-site role requires reading AV drawings and coordinating with project teams to ensure successful deployments.

Applicants should have hands-on experience with commercial AV systems, the ability to travel, and the physical capability to lift up to 50 pounds. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Commercial AV installation and field troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to read AV line drawings and construction drawings and apply them in the field.
• Ability to troubleshoot commercial AV systems methodically and communicate findings clearly.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to jobsites as required.
• Lift up to 50 pounds and perform the physical duties of field installation work.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, label, test, and troubleshoot commercial AV systems at customer jobsites.
• Read and interpret AV line drawings, signal-flow diagrams, rack elevations, wiring schematics, and construction drawings.
• Diagnose system issues and isolate faults involving signal, control, audio, video, cabling, networked devices, or installation quality.
• Perform light commissioning activities, including device verification, system functionality checks, basic configuration validation, and punch-list closeout.
• Use appropriate AV test equipment, hand tools, and power tools safely and correctly.
• Coordinate with project managers, programmers, commissioning engineers, field leads, and customer contacts to resolve issues and maintain project progress.
• Document jobsite conditions, completed work, outstanding issues, and recommended next steps through clear daily updates and field reports.
• Identify scope gaps, drawing conflicts, missing equipment, or site-readiness concerns and elevate them promptly.
• Provide technical guidance and support to installers and junior field personnel when assigned.
• Follow Kinly safety practices, customer-site requirements, and quality standards.

Skills

AV installation

Field troubleshooting

Reading drawings

System troubleshooting

Independent work

Driver's license

Travel to sites

Physical lifting

Job description

40 hours per weekSalary:

$98,000 - $105,000 per annum, plus benefits including: health, vision/dental insurance; disability, vacation, sickness, 401K

Kinly is a leading integrator of audio-visual and unified communications solutions, and the largest in Europe, serving as a globally trusted technology advisor to leading organisations. For more than 25 years, we have been designing, developing, integrating and supporting complex audiovisual solutions and businesses rely on us to deliver consistently secure and flexible meeting experiences.

Role:

Field Engineer

Location:

Tampa, FL

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

40 hours per week

Salary:

$98,000 - $105,000 per annum, plus benefits including: health, vision/dental insurance; disability, vacation, sickness, 401K

Kinly is a leading integrator of audio-visual and unified communications solutions, and the largest in Europe, serving as a globally trusted technology advisor to leading organisations. For more than 25 years, we have been designing, developing, integrating and supporting complex audiovisual solutions and businesses rely on us to deliver consistently secure and flexible meeting experiences.

Kinly is seeking an experienced Senior Field Engineer to support the installation, troubleshooting, testing, and light commissioning of commercial audiovisual systems throughout the Florida region. This is a hands-on field position for a technically strong AV professional who can work independently, communicate clearly with project teams and customers, and help bring installed systems to a successful completion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, terminate, label, test, and troubleshoot commercial AV systems at customer jobsites.
• Read and interpret AV line drawings, signal-flow diagrams, rack elevations, wiring schematics, and construction drawings.
• Diagnose system issues and isolate faults involving signal, control, audio, video, cabling, network-connected devices, or installation quality.
• Perform light commissioning activities, including device verification, system functionality checks, basic configuration validation, and punch-list closeout.
• Use appropriate AV test equipment, hand tools, and power tools safely and correctly.
• Coordinate with project managers, programmers, commissioning engineers, field leads, and customer contacts to resolve issues and maintain project progress.
• Document jobsite conditions, completed work, outstanding issues, and recommended next steps through clear daily updates and field reports.
• Identify scope gaps, drawing conflicts, missing equipment, or site-readiness concerns and elevate them promptly.
• Provide technical guidance and support to installers and junior field personnel when assigned.
• Follow Kinly safety practices, customer-site requirements, and quality standards.

Skills & Experience:

• Commercial AV installation and field troubleshooting experience.
• Working knowledge of integrated audio, video, control, conferencing, and display systems.
• Ability to read AV line drawings and construction drawings and apply them in the field.
• Ability to troubleshoot commercial AV systems methodically and communicate findings clearly.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with a broader project team.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to jobsites as required.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and perform the physical duties associated with field installation work.

Preferred Qualifications:

• AVIXA CTS certification is preferred but not required.
• AVIXA CTS-I certification is a plus.
• Experience with commercial AV control, DSP, conferencing, and networked AV platforms.
• Prior experience supporting commissioning, testing, or system turnover activities.

Physical and Work Requirements:

• Lift, carry, and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Work on ladders and in equipment rooms, above-ceiling spaces, and active construction environments as permitted by site requirements.
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and perform installation activities for extended periods.
• Travel within the West Coast region and to other project locations when required by business and jobsite needs.
• Work outside standard business hours when project schedules, customer needs, or system cutovers require it.

What Success Looks Like:

• Systems are installed, tested, and documented to a consistent professional standard.
• Field issues are diagnosed efficiently, communicated clearly, and driven toward resolution.
• Project teams receive accurate, timely jobsite updates and escalation details
• Customers experience a professional, safety-conscious, and solutions-oriented Kinly representative onsite.

Equal Opportunities:

Kinly is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, age, gender identity, pregnancy, colour, race, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, religion or any other ‘protected characteristics. We welcome your application.