Audio Video / IT Lead Installation Technician (NYC serving the tri state area and east coast)
Pay: $25-$55 plus dollars per hour/commensurate with experience and expertise
Employment type: full-time (but part time and freelance also available)
Can you perform, and lead a team to install, configure and upgrade AV / IT systems, home theaters, door access systems and video conferencing units? Can you do AV wiring, low voltage/telecom wiring, and computer wiring and terminations? Do you understand, and can you read and translate signal flow diagrams and architectural plans for AV systems? If so, Minerva Audio Visual is a great place to be.
Minerva Audio Visual is a growing and dynamic audio, video, IT, telecom, low voltage and lighting production, design, and installation company located in New York City. We do work all over the tri-state area and across the country. Our projects are wide ranging, from corporate board rooms, to high end residential, to full blown theatrical stages, and back into retail and commercial lobbies and amenities areas.
We are currently looking for a qualified full time lead technician. If you are an experienced AV / IT installation technician and have expertise in AV & IT system installation, engineering, audio, video, IT, networking or electrical / low voltage device install and construction, Minerva may be your landing spot.
Many of our technician crew have been with us for many of the 23 years Minerva has been in business. We offer stability and safety. We foster a family feel and we understand and prioritize work/life balance. We all share information. The more information we exchange, the greater our collective knowledge becomes, and this elevates the group and the individual technician (and serves our clients extremely well).
If variety with stability suits you, then Minerva Audio Visual may be the right fit. Our staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and fun to work with. We value honesty, attention to detail, and hard work. And we make it a priority to smile, laugh and share meals on a regular basis.
If you are interested in this position, please submit a current resume and cover letter through Indeed.
Examples of some recent various projects that we have completed:
- Top to bottom design and installation of all AV, IT, access control, shade and automated lighting dimming elements of a 35 story residential tower
- Design and install of premier NYC private residence complete low voltage system, dimming, shade control, whole house audio, multiple 4K/8K displays delivering Blu Ray, Cable TV and streaming content, surveillance cameras, burglar alarm system, Verizon and Spectrum redundant internet backbones, multi-point wifi access points, phone system, touch panel automation control of the entire array, and an AV closet with a lot of wires in it.
- Design and installation of video distribution system to TV's embedded in treadmills in a fitness center
- Outdoor music festival sound, video and lighting for multi-day events
- Design and installation of video projection in gallery space, coordinating with lighting and physical design elements
- NYC ballroom awards night with full sound, video, lighting, special effects, staging and stage manager at Pierre Hotel/Hilton Hotel/Park Avenue Armory
- Design and install of full premise wiring for phone and data system in retail showroom featuring switches, UPS's, patch panels, and interconnection of servers and IP Phone devices
- Full permanent overhead sound installation in a retail lobby, fed by Sirius and other internet based sources
- Set of a podium with wireless microphones and a low profile sound system in an exclusive museum for a fundraiser
- Full install of corporate boardrooms run by premium automation control systems (Crestron, Control 4, Universal, Savant) with Poly/Cisco/Logitech video conferencing system, overhead sound, drop down screen and JVC/Panasonic/Hitachi projector.
Qualifications:
- Present a clean, professional appearance and be able to communicate clearly and concisely in English
- At least 5 years experience in audio, video, IT, surveillance or AV related fields
- Clean and valid Driver's License, and can drive a van or box truck
- Can terminate F connector (coax), CAT 5/6, phoenix connector, speaker negative and positive posts, and can teach others to do the same
- Can run raw wire in a commercial or residential setting, and lead others to do the same
- Understand schematic drawings and cable schedules, and be familiar with typical video and audio signal path. Knows how to read architectural drawings
- Proficient with all basic computer, audio, video, surveillance system functions, and the ability to lead a crew to do so
- Has a set of proper tools, including drill, fish tape, crimpers, cable testers
- Can get into an attic or crawl space and trace a wire down, and instruct someone else how to do it
- Has the ability to lift 50 pounds
- Can drill a hole and install a concrete anchor, and supervise / instruct others doing the same
- Can cut sheetrock and install blocking for a TV mount, speakers or wall mounted control panel
- Can read a wire diagram and technical drawings/flow diagrams
- Familiar with superstrut, threaded rod, and attaching AV items to I-beams, kindorf, black iron and slabs
- Can run a wire across a drop ceiling without getting dust on the receptionist's desk
- Comfortable with navigating the typical office setting with class and professionalism
- Can talk to an electrician with knowledge and understanding
- Can create a clean and safe work space when doing a job. Always puts a drop cloth down before tools and parts go down on the client floor
- Can multitask and think on their feet
- Can solve the problem before you leave, even if it is a work around
- Realizes compensation is based on performance
- Likes to be green and not contribute to pollution
- Ready to ride the subway, train, plane or bus with your tools from time to time
- Availability to work a 40 hour shift from Monday to Saturday 7am to 7pm (but we try to get it done during the week!)
Candidate Pluses (not requirements, but would put you at the front of the line):
- Can terminate/solder an XLR, BNC, Mini BNC, RCA
- Fluid with computer functions on Mac or PC
- Ability to program Crestron, Xantech, Universal, RTI, Savant remotes and systems
- Has project management or project coordination experience
- Know what the following are: siamese security cable, Brivo, Digital Watchdog, Wattbox, HD-SDI, Serial port, 5 wire RGB (BNC), BOM, FOH and HDMI balun (extender).
Other things that you may have questions about, or should consider:
- The position will require that you keep track of small details, be carefully organized, and be able to present the current status of any given project quickly. If you like detail (like all of us here at Minerva), this should be a breeze and come naturally.
- The position will require the ability to show finesse and skill in diffusing conflict of any type with any person - great or small.
- The position also requires the ability to work independently, ability to always say “what’s next?” and go out and start it, and the ability to adapt to changing landscapes.
- Minerva will provide training on all necessary systems and you will have support throughout the process. Minerva’s culture is to only put you in situations where you can grow or succeed, or both.
- We have a culture of open communication at Minerva, so ideas and suggestions are welcome.
- We do not typically work on weekends or late evenings, but this does happen from time to time. Please be prepared for that. The exact occurrences of late night work, weekend work, or after hours work is based on the prevailing business. You should expect some off hours, or weekend work.
- You must be polite to all internal and external people, however great or small.
- You will not be asked to do a task or perform a process unless both you and Minerva are confident that you can complete that item.
Minerva Audio Visual maintains a healthy, drug free and positive work environment. The company focus is the employee and the client, because both need to be happy in order for the company to thrive.
If you are interested in this position, please submit a current resume and cover letter through Indeed.
Check our website for more detail!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $55.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Experience:
- Audio Video IT Low Voltage: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person