SUMMARY
The Senior AV Installation Technician will be supporting the buildup and modernization of DoD facilities. The purpose of this task is to provide Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence (C4I)/Information Technology (IT) electronic systems equipment, infrastructure, engineering, design, installation, and Supply and Warehouse support. Services required include design, installation, termination, test, and documentation of desktop devices, peripherals, IT cable plant, rack, power distribution units for the installation of C4I/IT electronic systems and equipment, as assigned and in accordance with government installation design plans (IDP). The work described herein is conducted within existing classified office spaces, IT data centers, IT telecommunications spaces or other spaces designated to house C4I/IT electronics systems equipment and newly constructed secure buildings.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance which requires U.S. Citizenship.
TS required, SCI preferred and highly recommended.
Required: Certified Technology Specialist (CTS), and or Audiovisual Network Professional (AVP)
Preferred: OSHA-30, ITIL, Industry specific certifications (i.e., Extron. Crestron, Fluke, Fusion Splicers)
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Performs the installation and cabling of electronic equipment and infrastructure in support of various C4I/IT communications systems equipment. Terminates and dresses all Ethernet SM/MM, fiber optic cabling to MPO/MTP, and coaxial cable. Installs, tests, and documents the installation of monitors, speakers, video switches, microphones, control panels, amplifiers, and VTC codecs in accordance with Installation Development Plan (IDP).
Ensures required technical abilities are maintained.
Contributes to all phases of the IT and AV infrastructure installation or upgrade.
Installs racks/cabinets/credenzas and all peripheral equipment.
Mounting of monitors, speakers and other devices on walls.
Dresses cables neatly and with adequate slack to enable proper movement of sliding shelves.
Updates and maintains all design documents by marking all “as-built” changes during installation.
Produces and installs for each installed cable, computer-generated labels to be placed at both ends of each cable.
Works individually and with the team to troubleshoot and resolve issues with network infrastructure, often requiring coordination with other disciplines: networking, facilities, HVAC, electrical, security, etc.
Conducts required Pre-Installation Test and Checkout (PITCO)activities.
Conducts tests and documents results of cables, equipment, and materials.
Performs assignments that are not completely standardized or prescribed.
Performs demolition and disposal of network and power infrastructure.
Plans daily activities within the guidelines of company policy, job description and supervisor’s instruction in such a way as to maximize personal output.
Responsible for aiding in own self-development by being receptive to all training made available by the company.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Associate's degree and a minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education/experience.
JOB SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
Comprehensive knowledge of service, maintenance, operation procedures, and troubleshooting of IT and AV related systems and equipment.
Command of AV equipment assembly and testing.
Possesses and effectively utilizes problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills with ability to create and interpret a variety of technical materials.
Excellent customer service, relationship-building, and ability to effectively interact with others in the performance of assigned duties.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, and technical directives.
Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and execute scheduled tasks individually and within a team environment.
Willingness and ability to learn new concepts and techniques.
Ability to travel to client worksites on as needed basis within a 50-mile radius from the home duty station
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
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 of this job.
Work is primarily performed in a factory, machine shop or construction environment. The ability to verbally communicate alarms or warnings clearly, concisely, loudly and quickly, to clearly and quickly hear or otherwise sense alarms or warnings and take appropriate action. Frequently required to maintain equilibrium to prevent falling when moving, walking, standing, kneeling or crouching - particularly on narrow, uneven, irregular, slippery surfaces, going up or down ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles or other objects using hands, arms, feet or legs. Frequently required to bend the body downward and forward, bending leg and spine - working in a bent over position. Frequently required to sense physical attributes such as size, shape, temperature, texture or sharpness of an object by touching. Frequently required to grasp, grip or apply pressure to an object with the fingers and palm, holding an object in the hand. Frequently required to lift, raise or lower objects in a vertical direction, particularly heavy or bulky objects. Moving objects backward, forward, in or out in a horizontal direction, particularly heavy or bulky objects. Pulling, exerting a steady backward, downward, upward or outward force against an object - jerking, plucking, wrenching, stretching, towing, drawing, dragging or tugging objects in a sustained motion. Pushing, pressing against something with steady forward, downward, upward or outward force - shoving, pushing, compressing, squeezing, mashing, packing, pressing, jamming, compacting, or squashing objects in a sustained motion.
The ability to see and distinguish colors, to visually distinguish shapes and patterns, to accurately sense distances (depth perception), to accurately see objects and detect motion at wide angles (peripheral vision). Frequently uses the lower extremities and back muscles and moving on foot, particularly for long distances. May have exposure to indoor/outdoor adverse weather conditions. Frequent exposure to noise - workers must wear protective hearing equipment or frequently shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level. Exposure to pollutants or allergens which can adversely affect the skin and/or the respiratory system such as gases, smoke, odors, mists, fumes, dust, chemicals, oils or solvents. Exposure to hazardous working conditions including moving machinery, electricity and/or working in high places. May be exposed to hot objects, flames or sparks. Requires the use of protective equipment such as hard hats, respirators, aprons, gloves, special clothing, safety shoes and safety glasses.
CNI CORE COMPETENCIES
Responsible for the integration of CNI Core Competencies into daily functions, including commitment to integrity, knowledge/quality of work, supporting financial goals of the company, initiative/motivation, cooperation/relationships, problem analysis/discretion, accomplishing goals through organization, positive oral/written communication skills, leadership abilities, commitment to Affirmative Action, reliability/dependability, flexibility and ownership/accountability of actions taken.
COMPLIANCE
Promotes and encourages a culture of compliance with all applicable rules (federal, state, local, Federal Acquisition Regulations, Code of Federal Regulations, Prime Contract requirements, etc.) for themselves and the company as a whole. Fosters an environment in which they will report any violations or reasonably suspected violation of CNI policy, FAR, and/or CFR and are comfortable discussing the myriad compliance, conflict, FAR, CFR, etc. issues that arise during the performance of a government contract.
EOE including Disability/Vet