AUDIO-VISUAL TECHNICIAN

SUMMARY:  Assists in operating all audio visual systems and telecommunications systems for the District.  Performs maintenance and troubleshooting duties on A/V, telecommunications and related systems.  Installs, maintains, upgrades and troubleshoots special systems’ hardware, software, networks, and peripheral equipment.  Installs building wire cable plant for A/V, telecommunications and related special systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Installs, programs, maintains and troubleshoots A/V, telecommunications, intercom, and related special systems in schools and district office buildings
• Performs all technical duties of the telephone system including system maintenance, data and computer peripheral equipment, telecommunications equipment and cable system maintenance
• Repairs and replaces telephone equipment throughout the district
• Maintains and repairs audio visual (A/V) equipment at schools and district office buildings
• Surveys and inspects existing wire and cable equipment; assists in the design of wire cable plant and new special systems
• Installs building wire and cable for special systems, data networks and voice networks
• Repairs and maintains school intercom system equipment and cable infrastructure including related A/V systems
• Provides system analyses for decisions on functions associated with software and hardware configurations of the telephone systems
• Trains school site personnel the operation of intercom systems and A/V equipment and related special systems
• Maintain records of current district telecommunications, A/V, intercom and special systems equipment.
• Maintain facilities records and daily work logs
• Demonstrates responsibility for the safety of others, for materials, and for equipment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to operate tools safely and effectively
• Ability to install telecommunications, A/V, and related special systems hardware and software; wiring/rewiring of cables as required for installation
• Knowledge of telephone systems including digital systems, analog systems, PBX’s
• Skilled in the use of test equipment
• Skilled in reading blueprints and electrical schematics
• Knowledge of state fire and electrical codes
• Ability to perform manual tasks requiring moderate physical strength
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations
• Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents and community members
• Knowledge of applicable Federal and State laws, district procedures and Board policies
• Ability to handle confrontation and conflict without an emotional response

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Two years of college courses or equivalent technical training
• Minimum of three years of A/V and telecommunications experience
• Advanced experience in cabling for A/V, telecommunications, special systems, etc.
• Any equivalent combination of training, education and experience that meets minimum requirements

Computer Proficiency:  none

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 the 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 is regularly required to talk and hear, to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, bend and sit, and is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop or kneel. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to twenty-five pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Indoors and outdoors, with exposure to all weather conditions and temperatures.  The noise level in the work environment is generally moderate and may become excessively noisy at times.  Contact with employees, students and public.

Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities identified in this position description are illustrative only and are in no way intended to be a complete list of activities that may be required of an incumbent.  The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed for this position.  Additional duties are performed by the individual currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

SUMMARY:  Assists in operating all audio visual systems and telecommunications systems for the District.  Performs maintenance and troubleshooting duties on A/V, telecommunications and related systems.  Installs,

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