Installation Technician

Alpha; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha is seeking a full-time Install Technician in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. Under the guidance of the Field Team Manager, the technician will learn and apply installation techniques across various projects, including corporate and educational settings.

The ideal candidate has technical skills, excellent communication abilities, and must be willing to travel frequently. The role offers opportunities for ongoing training and certifications.

Qualifications

• Ability to travel up to 70% of the time, sometimes on short notice.
• Must be able to climb ladders up to 25 feet tall and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Ongoing training/certification in industry-related subjects required.

Responsibilities

• Pull and install audio, network, and video cabling.
• Terminate various types of audio, network, and video connections.
• Install equipment per project specifications.

Skills

Technical Skills in cabling

Ability to read schematic drawings

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two-year technical degree in low voltage electronics

Tools

Power tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Install Technician
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Department: Installation
Reports To: Field Team Manager
Travel: Up to 70%
Status: Non-Exempt

Summary

Under the direction of the Field Team Manager and Lead Installation Technician, the Installation Technician will be responsible for learning installation techniques, standards, technologies and processes within Alpha Video. The Install Technician must show willingness to learn while taking constructive advice on a consistent basis. The Install Technician is expected to ask questions as necessary to ensure quality installation and technique. Projects will include corporate, government, educational, gaming, sports and broadcast.

Responsibilities

• Technical Skills:
• Pulling, installation, termination and labeling of audio, network, and video cabling per code and project requirements with minimal errors and/or rework.
• Ability to terminate (solder, crimp, etc.) various types of audio, network, and video connections with minimal errors and/or rework.
• Installation of equipment in racks, consoles, tables, in/on walls, in/on ceilings, and other fixtures per project specifications with minimal errors and/or rework.
• Wiring of equipment in racks, consoles, tables, in/on walls, in/on ceilings, and other fixtures per project specifications with minimal errors and/or rework.

• Traits for Success:
• Ability to read and interpret schematic and building drawings (CAD, Bluebeam, etc.).
• High level of organization always keeping project tasks and work sites in an organized and clean manner.
• Provide feedback to facilitate improvements to installation process.
• Complete all tasks within budgeted time and all tasks are performed to meet or exceed Alpha Video & Audio quality standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, Outlook, Project, Word).
• High level of job site familiarity i.e., construction and corporate atmosphere.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in a team
• Self-motivated and resourceful.
• Ability to solve unusual or unexpected problems.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Ability to travel up to 50% to 70% of the time and sometimes on a last-minute basis.
• Occasional evening, overnight, and weekend work.
• Maintain a professional appearance.
• Must be able to climb ladders up to 25 tall and lift up to 75lbs.
• Proper and safe use of lifts, ladders, hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic tools.
• Must be able to work in cramped spaces and on uneven surfaces.
• Ongoing training/certification in industry related subjects.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Education/Experience:
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two-year technical degree in low voltage electronics and/or networking or 2-3 years related work experience preferred.
• Technical background

• Certificates And Licenses:
• Valid drivers license required.
• Obtain and/or maintain CTS certification (completed within 1st year of hire).
• Obtain/maintain Unlicensed Registration (PLT) for low voltage work within the State of Minnesota immediately upon hire.
• Obtain/maintain OSHA-10 certification immediately upon hire.

Physical Demands

• The employee must be able to regularly lift and/or move 25 pounds, occasionally up to 75 pounds. Employee will frequently be required to on step ladders up to 12 feet tall and extension ladders up to 24 feet tall.
• Occasional use of man-lifts up to 40 feet will be required.
• Vision acuity requirements include close vision, depth perception, and color recognition.
• Employee must be able to work in small spaces and on uneven surfaces.
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.