Lead Installer - Audio Video Technician

CSAV Systems; Colts Neck Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CSAV Systems seeks an experienced AV Lead Install Tech to drive successful installations of commercial audio/visual projects in the tri-state area. The role requires interpreting drawings, installing AV cabling, and coordinating on-site activities with project teams.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with Biamp/BSS DSPs, Crestron control systems, teleconferencing, video walls, and digital signage, plus the ability to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be self-motivated, positive and convey a professional image.
• Must promote the company culture to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must be able to stand, kneel and/or crouch for long periods of time.
• Must be able to climb ladders and scaffolding.
• Must be able to lift in excess of 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work in high places, as well as small cramped places.
• Must be able to work in hot humid places, as well as cold places.
• Must be able to maintain a safety-minded approach to all activities.
• Must be able to travel within the coverage area as needed.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and understand architectural drawings, blueprints and project documents.
• Rack construction, installing network & AV cabling and pathways.
• Terminate and label network, audio and video cabling.
• Utilize wire strippers, crimpers and soldering tools.
• Ensure each system aligns with installation drawings and engineering instructions.
• Complete service calls post-install with troubleshooting.
• Maintain on-going dialogue with Tech Supervisor and Project Coordinator.
• Keep inventory for assigned equipment and materials.
• Adhere to safety practices and company policies.

Skills

Interpret architectural drawings

Cable termination & labeling

Soldering techniques

Project coordination

Safety minded

Travel flexibility

Tools

Biamp DSPs

BSS DSPs

Crestron Control Systems

Teleconferencing systems

Video Walls

Digital Signage

Audio systems

Networking cabling

Soldering tools

Job description

Founded in 2001, CSAV Systems has grown to be a leader in the professional Sound, Video & Teleconferencing industry. CSAV has serviced thousands of clients throughout the tristate area. We are innovators who design and provide commercial institutions with dynamic, user-friendly and cost-effective systems. We offer high quality professional Sound, Video & Teleconferencing systems for major clients in the following markets: healthcare, hospitality, Houses of Worship (Churches, Temples, etc.), corporate, retail, government, and more. Feel free to check us out at our website csavsystems.com

We are looking for an experienced AV Lead Install Tech to help us with successful installations of a variety of audio/visual projects.

An experienced commercial AV Tech will be familiar with the following AV technologies: Biamp & BSS DSP’s, Crestron Control Systems, Teleconferencing systems, Video Walls, Digital Signage, Music and Audio systems.

Responsibilities of a Lead Tech:

• Must be able to interpret and understand architectural drawings, blueprints and other project documents.
• Rack construction, preparing cable paths, installation of network & AV cabling.
• Termination test and labeling of network, audio and video cable.
• Possess the skills to utilize wire strippers and crimpers for varying types of wire and cable, soldering tools/techniques, construction equipment such as scaffolding, hoists, pulleys, (concrete, brick & block) attachment devices, unistrut steel support
• Assures each system’s physical completeness is in accordance with installation drawings and engineering instructions.
• Complete service calls- after the installation- using diagnostic/troubleshooting skills.
• Must be punctual, able to meet deadlines, detail oriented and possess superb organizational skills. Additionally, the ideal candidate should express good communication/people skills and above all have a positive attitude
• Completes daily electronic record keeping.
• Follows and maintains proper safety practices.
• Ensures all work complies with company policies, procedures, and code standards.
• Maintain an on-going dialog with Tech Supervisor and Project Coordinator, ensuring that work quality, performance, and materials meet required schedules and expectations.
• The Lead Tech is responsible for maintaining his assigned equipment inventory.
• Handles other duties relative to the job as assigned by management.

Job Qualifications:

• Must be self-motivated, positive and convey a professional image
• Must promote the company culture to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must be able to stand, kneel and/or crouch for long periods of time
• Must be able to climb ladders and scaffolding
• Must be able to lift in excess of 50 pounds
• Must be able to work in high places, as well as small cramped places
• Must be able to work in hot humid places, as well as cold places
• Must be able to maintain a safety-minded approach to all activities.
• Must be able to travel within the coverage area as needed.

Required Knowledge, Experience and Skills:

• Minimum 5 years Commercial AV experience or 3 years Lead AV Technician or similar position.
• Must possess proven problem-solving & critical thinking skills.
• Valid Drivers license (no points or at-fault accidents)

Knowledge in any of the below mentioned areas or products: Soundcraft, DBX, JBL, Sound Reinforcement Systems, Live Performance Systems, Teleconferencing Systems, and Video Presentation Systems. Advanced knowledge and certification in control software and programming etc. Certificates in any of the aforementioned are a HUGE PLUS.