Project Superintendent - Indiana

Sweetwater Integration; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Integration is seeking a Project Superintendent to lead a team of technicians and subcontractors during AV/lighting system installations. You will ensure adherence to project design, scope, and deadlines under the Project Manager’s direction, with travel required across the country.

You will read blueprints, coordinate with the PM, and ensure safety compliance, including PPE usage and DOT medical clearance. Lifting up to 50 pounds and occasional overtime may be needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; plus two years of experience in commercial installation of AV/L systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Must be able to travel and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the work of technicians to ensure proper scope of work.
• Coordinate with the project manager to meet design and deadlines.
• Read and decipher blueprints and schematics.
• Use basic hand and power tools safely.
• Ensure technicians adhere to safety rules and PPE guidance.
• Evaluate, troubleshoot and resolve problems as they arise.
• Pull wires and cables, solder and terminate.
• Report on-site risks to Project Manager for timely resolution.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and pass background and drug tests for project security clearance.
• Must be able to travel to job sites nationwide.

Skills

Verbal communication

Team leadership

DOT medical certificate

Troubleshooting AV systems

Low voltage electronics

Travel

Lifting 50 pounds

Reading blueprints

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; 2 years installation experience

Job description

The Project Superintendent will supervise and direct the work of a team of technicians and/or subcontractors during the installation of contracted audio, visual, and lighting systems. It is the job of the Project Superintendent to ensure that established project design, scope, and deadlines are met while working under the direction of the Project Manager. Travel is required and occasional overtime maybe needed.

• Supervise and direct the work of technicians to ensure proper scope of work
• Coordinate with the project manager to ensure project design and deadlines are met
• Read and decipher blueprints and schematics
• Use basic hand and power tools properly and safely
• Ensure technicians adhere to all safety rules, procedures, and use of proper PPE gear
• Evaluate, troubleshoot and resolve problems as they arise
• Quickly process information, prioritize job tasks and meet deadlines
• Pull wire and cable, solder and terminate wires and cables
• Work cooperatively and effectively within the team
• Report on-site risks and any other issues that need immediate attention to the Project Manager to ensure efficient, timely resolution in compliance with project time-line and budget parameters
• Maintain a valid driver’s license, clean driving record and the ability to pass background checks and drug tests for project security clearance
• Must be able to travel to job sites throughout the country
• Perform work from elevated heights and lift heavy equipment

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to work effectively as a team lead, direct and supervise the work of others
• The ability to pass a DOT physical to obtain a commercial driver’s medical certificate
• The ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to the installation of A/V/L systems
• Considerable knowledge of low voltage electronics and basic construction skills
• The ability to travel
• The ability to lift 50 pounds

Education and Experience

A high school diploma or equivalence; and two years of experience in commercial installation of audio, video and lighting integrated systems; or any combination of training and experience which enables the candidate to successfully perform the essential duties of this position.

Physical demands and work environment

Employee is regularly required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, use hands and fingers, reach and push with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to sit, climb and balance. Work requires ability to perform job duties on scaffolding, ladders and at various heights as well as extensive overhead motion required to install equipment. Work requires ability to lift fifty pounds on a daily basis and be exposed to warm and cold environments.

This job description does not list all the duties of this position; other duties of a similar nature and level may be assigned. The management of Sweetwater Integration reserves the right to revise this document at any time.

This job description is not a contract for employment. Requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.