Job Details
Job Description
INSTALL TECHNICIAN - LEVEL 2
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 1 to 3 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.
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
CAT6 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:
Sticky blocks
Cable ties
Velcro
Small screws #6 or #8 by 1/2
Heat shrink
Benefits
Benefits at Logic Integration include:
Paid Time Off: This includes PTO, sick days, and vacation days.
Life Insurance: Providing security for you and your loved ones.
Health Insurance: Kaiser - Comprehensive health coverage.
Health Benefits - Logic pays 50% of base plan for the employee, currently on Kaiser. There is an option to add family members and upgrade your plan for an additional cost.
Dental & Vision - Logic pays 50% of base plan for the employee. There is an option to add family members and upgrade your plan for an additional cost. The 50% is for the employee + dependent.
Vision Insurance: Coverage for your vision needs.
Mines and Associates - Resource for counseling, financial advice, budgeting, and more.