What are the responsibilities and job description for the Audio Video Lead Technician for Commercial position at Logic Integration?
Audio Video Lead Technician for Commercial
Reports to: Project Manager
The Role:
Winner of numerous prestigious National
Awards, Logic Integration Inc is the premier systems integrator in Colorado,
devoted to integrating a full range of entertainment, emerging technologies for
home & business. Our team of Designers, Engineers, Programmers, &
Installers hold various certifications, supporting the company’s philosophy of
providing engineered solutions that exceed their clients’ expectations.
Qualified candidates must have 3 to 5 years of experience in the Commercial Pro
Audio Video Industry. The following are the primary responsibilities,
qualifications, and skills for the position.
Scope of Responsibilities: Level 1
· Ability to read basic
plans of audio and video.
· Pulling low voltage
wire (new construction and retro fit), according to basic designs and project
manager or lead tech instructions.
· Tone and Test
cabling, be able to use a multi-meter
· Neat and legible
labeling of wires and components according to company standards
· Experience with
termination including RJ45, DB9, HD15, RCA, BNC, and other compression, crimp
or solder on terminations. Fiber termination, installation, and splicing a
plus.
· Understanding of how
to trim-out basic in-wall/in-ceiling speakers with or without pre construction
brackets, phone ports, data ports - I.E. RJ-11, RJ-45 jacks/ wires, and other basic equipment. Insuring all trim-out products are straight/level
and lined up correctly. Laser level is a
must on in-wall and on wall installations.
· Ability to rack mount
most equipment, lacing rear bars in proper places, and rack rails along with
terminating basic power to a power strip, labeling all cables and components.
· General knowledge of
the basic systems and connectivity of those systems.
· Install and setup
skills for basic installed systems
· Insuring items on
given punch-lists are complete in a timely fashion.
· General knowledge of
basic hand tools, proper and safe operation of those tools.
· Ability to work
efficiently and neatly in client’s homes and businesses. Neat and acceptable
appearance, courteous to peers and clients.
· A sense of urgency
for organization, and quality of work.
· Ability to work and
communicate with other team members, and take direction from team lead and
project manager.
· Assist other
technicians with installations when needed.
· Updating time
tracking
· Cleaning daily job
trash, unneeded materials, etc. from the inside of the vans each day, and a
complete cleaning each week
· Familiarity with
safety standards, construction site safety rules, follow PPE guidelines as
required (hard hat and vest provided, steel-toe boots are the responsibility of
technician)
Scope of Responsibilities: Level 2
· General knowledge in
the areas of installation, service, testing and maintenance of equipment
including speakers, amplifiers, projectors, displays, etc.
· Ability to punch
down/terminate all 66 and 110 phone blocks, assigning demark lines from outside
to inside of the building, terminating and labeling data blocks, CATV
distribution systems, and satellite systems.
· Installation of
control systems. Know how to upload and download programming code from internal
or external programmer
· Full understand
products being sold and connection and signal routing.
· Trained eye for
detail and pride in quality installation.
· Ability to install
and configure audio systems and video projection devices.
· Understanding of
different audio and video signal qualities.
· Ability to solve
problems without outside assistance and ability to read and understand product
manuals.
· Awareness of job-site
issues and helpful resolution for Project Management.
· Excellent de-bugging
skills and the ability to logically trouble shoot installations.
· Know how to
construct, install, wire and label equipment racks.
· Ability to read full
plans of network, phone, TV, audio, video and control.
· A sense of urgency
for organization, and quality of work.
· Ability to work and communicate
with other team members.
Scope of Responsibilities: Level 3
· Installation and
setup of control systems. Includes IR, RF, IP, CEC, and RS232 communication
protocols.
· Must be familiar with
uploading and editing programs into control systems.
· Knowledge of
Pro-Audio, Residential, and Commercial systems including installation of
speakers, speaker systems, DSP devices, automated and manual mixers, mixing
consoles, EQ’s, compressor/limiters, speaker processors, amplifiers, and other
outboard gear associated with installation of systems.
· Ability to install
accessory equipment such as “pop-ups/cable cubbies” in conference tables, floor
boxes, in ceiling camera systems as well as lighting control, shade control,
and surveillance systems.
· Understanding of
wireless systems (RF Environment) -Mic
systems, LAN, control and other devices)
· Ability to write and
modify audio programs for common DSP’s.
· Strong understanding
of Ethernet (LAN) technologies. Ability to configure network switches, routers,
and port forwarding.
· Understanding of
OSHA, ADA requirements, applicable code requirements
· Ability to fully commission any level of system including residential,
commercial, or pro-audio systems.
· Strong knowledge in
all areas of installation, service, testing and maintenance of projectors and
related equipment including electric screens, lifts, rear projection
assemblies, and associated mounts.
· Installation and
setup and configuration of video conferencing system end points
Requirements
Skillsets and Core Competencies for Install Technicians
Install Technician
- Set of basic tools, access to a ladder
- Knowledge of Industry Safety Standards for
working in commercial spaces
- Prior A/V installation experience
- Cable Installation
- Cable terminations and testing
o RJ45 (must have an RJ45 Tester)
o XLR
o 3.5mm connectors
o COAX
- Wall mounting/Ceiling Mounting Displays
- Ceiling mounting projectors/screens
- Installation of speakers and microphones
o Tone generator to test speakers
- Experience with reading a wiring/signal flow
diagram
Lead technician
- All of the above
- Leadership, management, organization,
communication skills
o Interface with customer and IT personnel
- Laptop with all of the proper programs to
interface with the A/V equipment with knowledge of how to use:
o Crestron Toolbox
o Biamp (Tesira, Audia etc.)
o Extron (Global Configurator etc.)
- Basic knowledge of Network – OSI Model
o Layer 1 – physical connections of equipment
o Layer 2 – datalink
o Layer 3 – network (switches)
- How to Configure the equipment
o Crestron (Matrix, Touch panels, etc)
o Dante
o AVB
- Rack wiring (proper techniques for installing,
dressing, labeling)
- Red-Line wiring/signal flow diagram
Certifications of Skills (any of the following would be
helpful)
- CTS, CTS-I, CTS-D
- AVIXA training and certification
- Manufacturer training i.e. Biamp, Crestron, AMX,
Cisco, Shure, Extron, Zoom, Polycom and certifications & training.
List of
tools/connectors/supplies for technicians
Here is a
list of basic tools and miscellaneous parts every technician should be carrying
in their tool bag (not share with other techs). Please do note that every tech should
bring their own 6ft ladder, also.
6' ladder
CAT5
tester
CAT5
crimper
Tone
generator (test speakers and trace wires)
DB9
crimper
Butt splice
connector crimper
Stud
Finder
Drill
Drill
bits
Drywall
saw
Level
Solder
iron
Screwdrivers
Allen
wrench set
Box
cutter
Electrician
scissors
Pliers /
vice grips
Ratchet
set w/ at least 7/16, 1/2, 9/16
Flashlight
Heat Gun
or Lighter
Measuring
Tape
Cable
Stripper
Flush
cutter / nippers
Label
maker (Rhino 5200 preferred)
Consumables: