AV Commissioning Specialist AV Field Engineer

Company Description

IGI provides large scale, high-resolution audio-visual systems for advanced visualization applications and world-class corporate AV solutions to top companies across the USA.  All IGI solutions are the culmination of our vast industry experience in delivering cutting-edge technologies and our unwavering reliability, quality, and attentive service.

Job Description

We have an immediate opening for a AV Commissioning Specialist/AV Field Engineer to join our California office located in Los Alamitos. The AV Commissioning Specialist/AV Field Engineer will be an integral part of a team dedicated to installation and service. We seek individuals with technical aptitude and a great attitude.

Primary Role

The primary role of the AV Commissioning Specialist is setting up and commissioning audio-visual equipment for customers.  The Commissioning Specialist will lead, support, and interact with technicians, programmers, and customers.

Detailed Activities

• Perform preventative maintenance services, routine testing, and problem diagnosis of integrated systems
• Read and interpret architectural drawings, electronic schematics, and blueprints
• Test point-to-point functionality of systems and confirm signal flow for audio, video, and control
• Review project Scope of Work (SOW) to ensure quality and completeness of installation
• Test integrated systems and perform troubleshooting for AMX/Crestron and DSP systems
• Field installation of control programs (AMX/Crestron) – upload and download capability
• Write code for DSP systems
• Make minor programming changes under the direction of an engineer or programmer
• Fine tune audio video systems to ensure optimal performance
• Configure IP addressable devices to establish communication on a network
• Perform client training and final job documentation as needed
• Act as a customer liaison in absence of Project Manager
• Create, track, and complete a project Punchlist
• Travel to various job sites required
• Communicate and interact with colleagues and customers in a professional and timely manner
• Write effective business communication and reports
• Utilize test and calibration equipment
• Conduct user acceptance testing
• Conduct basic programming (Crestron/AMX) changes and troubleshoot issues
• Diagnose complex system problems
• Configure IP networking
• Set up workstations (PC) on systems
• Install and integrate innovative AV technologies from manufacturers such as Barco, Biamp, Christie Digital, Crestron, Extron, Middle Atlantic, NVIDIA, Poly, Samsung, Shure, Sony and Microsoft Teams
• Manage multiple projects while adapting to changing priorities
• Work and think independently to ensure deadlines are met
• Exemplify organizational skill and attention to detail
• Ability to regularly climb and work from ladders up to heights of 35 feet; lifting equipment, tools, and materials.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
• Advanced knowledge of Audiovisual systems, and working knowledge of wall/ceiling construction techniques
• Minimum 5 years of Audio Visual Integration experience preferred
• Valid Driver’s License and clean Motor Vehicle Record

Preferred Certifications

• AVIXA CTS / CTS I
• Dante Level 1 & 2
• Biamp Tesira
• Crestron DigitalMedia
• Extron XTP Systems

Location

• Position is based in Los Alamitos, California

Travel

• Regular local, and occasional out of state/overnight travel.

Work Hours

• Normal work hours for the AV Commissioning Specialist/AV Field Engineer position are Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.

Pay

• Compensation range is $42/hr. - $54/hr. depending on experience.

Additional Information

The AV Commissioning Specialist/AV Field Engineer and all our employees are the most important asset driving our continued success and our culture places great value in hard work, moral integrity, and mutual respect. We offer a professionally rewarding and collaborative workplace environment with many opportunities to learn new things, grow, and contribute while respecting work-life balance.

IGI focuses primarily on three key segments of the AV space: 1) Advanced Visualization, 2) Advanced Audio-Visual Integration, and 3) Corporate AV Integration.

Advanced Visualization projects involve the design, engineering, fabrication and building of large scale, high-resolution visualization systems for the Fortune 50 and U.S. Military. These technology solutions include PowerWalls, virtual reality (VR) Rooms, and immersive stereo/3D technologies including motion capture labs.

Advanced Audio-Visual Integrations projects consist of large dvLED and other LED video wall solutions, control rooms, and other complex, sophisticated solutions.

IGI's Corporate AV systems provide users with the collaboration tools necessary to succeed in today’s ever evolving technological environment. Our presentation, video conferencing, and digital signage systems help customers use the right technology in board, conference, VTC, collaboration rooms, and huddle spaces to share information, meet goals, and communicate more effectively.

To get an in depth look at what we do, please visit our website to find out more about us and this job at www.werigi.com. We are IGI. A satisfying and rewarding career with commensurate pay and generous benefits package including medical, dental and life insurance, Simple IRA, paid company holidays and vacation and more could be awaiting you.

All applications will be held in strict confidence. IGI is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.