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Howard Technology Solutions lists this Audio Visual Technician - NC opportunity in chapel hill, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
*This position requires you to be located and frequently travel to customer sites in North Carolina.
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ABOUT HOWARD TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS
Howard Technology Solutions is a premier retailer of brand name computers, consumer electronics, computer-related accessories, technology supplies and complete technology solutions. Our talented team is our driving force behind our world class customer service, our continuous growth, and our increasing success. With the backing of our parent company, Howard Industries Inc., which includes over 4000 team members and generates $1 billion in revenue, and partnering with great brands such as HP, Lenovo, Cisco, Microsoft and Epson, we have rapidly gained market share in the industry and are looking to expand our team to help us take our company into the future.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
Howard Technology Solutions, a division of Howard Industries, is a rapidly expanding technology solutions provider for the K-12, Higher Education, Government and Commercial markets. HTS is looking for a motivated, well-organized AV Technician to join our team. An AV Technician must possess good communication skills, general knowledge of AV best practices & standards, basic knowledge of signal flow, ability to troubleshoot system/service issues, and experience in installing, testing and commissioning custom commercial AV integrated systems.
AV TECHNICIAN RESPONSIBILITIES:
Review project documentation and consult with project manager to gain complete understanding of installation requirements.
Install AV systems gear including flat-screen displays, video projectors, projection screens, speakers, microphones, amplifier control systems, equipment racks, etc. using industry best practices as per project Scope of Work.
Provide on-site service for installed AV systems.
Verify delivery status of gear shipped to job site.
Maintain clear and efficient communication between customers and project management.
Ability to effectively lead sub-contractors on the job-site
Provide on-site support as needed for off-site programming resources.
Responsible for updating the Project Manager on instillation progress.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Strong communication skills.
Experience with installing, testing and commissioning custom audio, video and control systems.
Ability to diagnose/troubleshoot and resolve various service issues related to Integrated AV systems.
Strong knowledge of signal flow, audio/video signal types, cabling, connector types and associated terminations procedures.
Must be able to read and follow AV system schematics and supporting documentation (CAD drawings, blueprints, and manuals).
Availability to travel as needed throughout designated territories and sometimes into bordering states. Reliable transportation is required. Some overnight travel may be needed.
Familiarity with commercial product lines including (but not limited to) Crestron, Extron, Epson, Samsung, Vaddio, AMX, Biamp and DaLite.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to climb ladders
Ability to lift at least 40 lbs.
Ability to work at extreme heights, ranging +/- 60 feet
Ability to travel within designated territory
Ability to perform installs while working on man-lifts
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
At least 1 year of commercial AV experience is preferred
Documented experience installing and commissioning small to medium AV systems
A thorough, demonstrable understanding of systems integration techniques
Basic understanding of IP networking
General CTS is preferred. xavwley Must be able to obtain CTS-I within 24 months.
Experience in MS Office
COMPENSATION/BENEFITS:
Salary + Paid Overtime
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
401K Retirement
Education Reimbursement
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacations
Equal Opportunity Employer Vet/Disabled
Worksite address
chapel hill, NC, 27516, US
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