Nova Smart Solutions LLC is hiring: Audio Visual Technician in San Antonio

NOVA is a leading Audio-Visual Installer in San Antonio and currently looking for someone to join our growing AV company as an Audio-Visual Technician. AV is a fast-paced industry with unlimited potential for growth.

Position Summary
Position will complete technical installations of audio/visual systems including all projectors, calibrate audio/video systems, and implement (or program) control systems. The position requires the ability to troubleshoot audio, video, and control systems problems.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform system diagnostics, trouble shooting, and report issues to Project Manager
• Manage onsite technicians and assist Project Manager with overall project needs
• Provide effective communication by supplying daily updates to project managers
• Communicate with Project Manager on personnel performance issues
• Perform quality control check on finished product/projects
• Attend construction meetings in place of Project Managers/Designers when needed
• Post project walkthrough with client if needed
• Interface with external/internal clients and manufacture vendors
• Pre-installation site survey when needed
• Fabricate racks in-house or onsite at client location
• Rig/mount of equipment and displays
• Installation of structured cabling to include pulling, terminating and testing cat5e/6, video, RGB, HDMI, DVI and audio cables
• Installation of all AV equipment to include: audio and video conferencing equipment, distributed audio, digital signage, sound reinforcement, control systems and all presentation systems
• Responsible for signing out and securing inventory and non-inventory consumables per project
• Restocking and inventory of van equipment/consumables daily
• Identify and solve issues that will impact the project
• Ensure that project deliverables and milestones are met including close out documentation and punch list items
• Responsible for returning product to warehouse and inventory DOA
• Follow all safety guidelines of Company and client requirements
• Other related duties as assigned

Education, Certification and/or Experience
Minimum high school diploma or GED and 2+ years’ experience with A/V installation including equipment rack fabrication, site preparation, termination and calibration of audio video equipment, and implementation of control system in corporate, education, government or home theater environment with minimum of 1 years’ experience as a lead technician, overseeing technical projects and/or crews, or any equivalent combination of related education and experience.

CTS, CTS-I, CTS-D, NSCA, or Cedia equivalent is a plus. Experience leading and supporting AV projects preferred. Applicants should be prepared to discuss examples of completed projects and provide references.

Qualifications

• Ability to think and work independently
• Ability to demonstrate organizing and implementing skills which allow the successful completion of a project by a specific due date
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Experience in reading/understanding architecture, electrical, structural & AV systems drawings a plus
• A teachable disposition and a willing attitude towards continuing education
• Flexibility to work outside the job description when the need arises
• Extensive experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Analytical and problem-solving/troubleshoot abilities
• Deductive reasoning skills
• PC and Network knowledge
• Self-starter with keen attention to detail
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Possible out of town projects requiring hotel/multiple overnight trips
• Ability to work day, evening or weekend shifts
• Must have valid driver’s license and safe driving record
• Must pass background check and pre-employment screenings

Physical Demands

• Sitting, standing, stooping and bending for long or extended periods of time.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, power tools and to handle other office equipment.
• Ability to lift and transport moderately heavy equipment (up to 50 pounds).
• Ability to climb ladder, scaffolding or transported by lifts.
• Ability to drive/operate a vehicle.

Our company proudly embraces diversity and continues to be an Equal Opportunity Employer