Technician I (61219)

UNICOM Government, Inc; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Onsite gym

Flexible spending

Job summary

UNICOM Government, Inc. in Greensboro, NC seeks an Electronics Technician to install, maintain, and repair high-end AV/teleconferencing systems.

Responsibilities cover site surveys, rack and cable installations, field terminations, and system testing to ensure compliance with AVIXA CTS practices. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and timely documentation, with a requirement for the ability to travel up to 75% and obtain/maintain a SECRET clearance.

Qualifications

• Must have Avixa CTS certification within 6 months.
• 0-3 years AV/Unified Communications experience.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform site surveys using blueprints and prepare reports.
• Build closets and install racks, panels and wiring.
• Install overhead AV infrastructure and field connections.
• Test systems with network, fiber and OTDR tools.
• Document results and daily reports; ensure safety compliance.
• Travel up to 75% and maintain clear communication with teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Troubleshooting

Time management

Education

AV/Unified Communications experience (0-3 years)

Tools

Avixa CTS

CTS-I/CTS-D

Crestron

AMX

Extron

Job description

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Location

Greensboro, NC

Overview

The primary purpose for this position is to serve as an electronics technician responsible for installing, maintaining and repairing high-end video teleconferencing, audio, and other telecommunications. Installer should be familiar with and know how to accomplish the following tasks through on the job training and certifications for the technician level. An Installer-level employee will receive both on-the-job training and formalized certifications recognized for this level.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform Site Surveys. Use blueprints/floor plans to conduct visual site inspections. Prepare site survey report to include local support facilities for parts, living and rental requirements.
• Build Closets - Determine equipment layouts. Mount/install backboards. Mount/install Terminal Strips. Mount/install equipment racks/patch panels. Install optical fiber panels/hardware.
• Grounding Infrastructure - Know local and National Electrical Code basics. Connect to ground planes and busbars where specified by the Electrical Contractor or Building Facilities. Perform equipment-grounding tests.
• Installation of Cable Support Systems - Ability to install cable support systems to include "Hilti" fastening systems, cable trays, ladder racks, j-hooks and Bridle/D-rings.
• Installation of overhead AV Infrastructure- Projection systems, projection screens (wall and ceiling mounted), speakers, microphones, displays (wall and ceiling mounted) and other functions as required to meet the needs of the project, following guidelines recommended by AVIXA, formerly InfoComm International CTS practices and other Federal, State and Local requirements.
• Installation of Field Source Connections - Install floor, wall and AV furniture interfaces.
• Pulling Cable- Pull field cable in provided risers and under raised flooring. Basic knowledge for pulling cable in conduit, open ceiling and inner duct for fiber optic cable.
• Knowledge of Balanced Fire Protection- knowledge of fire walls, fire barriers, fire partitions, smoke barriers, horizontal assemblies and the proper use of Firestop.
• Equipment Rack Termination- Organize, dress, terminate and label field cables to industry standards
• Cable and Equipment Termination- Knowledge of RS232 / 485, UTP and STP (Cat5e Cat6), Terminal strips, Patch Panels, Audio, Video and Fiber. Knowledge of Telco terminations is a plus (Krone, Bix, 110/66 block).
• System Testing- Knowledge to test Category 5/5e/6/6e using network testers for validation or certification. Knowledge to test optical fiber, single mode/multimode, using Light Source/Power Meter and OTDR. Knowledge of Volt‑ohm meter- diagnose open, shorted and split pairs as well as control (RS232).
• Retrofits- Identify active circuits. Implement and perform a cutover plan.
• Local Area Networks- Demonstrate knowledge of LAN topologies (Ethernet, token ring). LAN ANSI/TIA/EIA cabling standards (569-A, 606, 607). LAN components (Servers, Hubs, Routers, Bridges)
• Administrative Tasks- Document test results. Document "as builts". Complete daily reports. Inventory job materials / report missing, damaged materials to designated PM.
• Remain Current on Industry Practices- Join professional trade organizations. Keep up with standards and codes.
• Safety- Demonstrate common safety practices IAW Unicom Government safety manual and OSHA regulations. Attend training/safety meetings.

Qualifications

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Education and/or Experience

• 0 - 3 Years AV/Unified Comms Experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to follow a plan of activities, execute with punctuality and attention to detail and work as a team member.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong troubleshooting capability.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a high‑paced and at times stressful environment.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Avixa CTS certification, current or attained within 6 months
• Other industry and manufacturer certifications: Avixa CTS-I, CTS-D, Crestron, AMX, Extron, C#, ClearOne, Biamp Cisco or Polycom are strongly preferred.

Travel Requirements

• This position is a 75% traveling position.
• Must have or have the ability to obtain a U. S. Passport or "Real ID" for travel purposes.

Security Clearance

SECRET Level Required

• Must have a current US Government SECRET Personnel Security Clearance or be able to successfully complete a U.S. government administered Investigation.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must also be able to maintain a US Government SECRET clearance.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to occasionally stand; walk; sit; use hands and/or fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; operate office equipment, reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; stoop; kneel; talk or hear. The employee may occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

While performing the responsibilities of the job, these work environment characteristics are representative of the environment the job holder will encounter. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate in an office environment with the passage of employees through the work area.

Thank you for your interest in UNICOM Government, Inc.

At UNICOM Government, Inc., our top priority is our people. We support our employees in maintaining a healthy work-life balance by providing unique programs and comprehensive benefits that are important to today's busy professionals. UGI's benefits include Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, life and disability insurance, 401K, short and long-term disability, and flexible spending. UGI employees also enjoy observance of federal holidays, a family-friendly environment, flexible work schedules, and an onsite gym.

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