AV Technician / Installation Specialist (Radio Shop)

## Description

*FEDITC, LLC is a fast-growing business supporting DoD and other intelligence agencies worldwide. FEDITC develops mission critical national security systems throughout the world directly supporting the Warfighter, DoD Leadership, & the country. We are proud & honored to provide these services.*

**Overview of position:**

FEDITC is seeking **AV Technician / Installation Specialist (Radio Shop)** to work in the **Texarkana TX area.**

A **United States Citizenship** and **an active Secret DoD Security Clearance** is required to be considered for this position.

**Responsibilities**

• **System Installation & Integration**
• Physical Setup: Install, mount, and connect a wide array of equipment including TVs, projectors, video walls, speakers, amplifiers, and Network Video Recorder (NVR) systems.
• Rack Building: Build, wire, clean, and label equipment racks to professional standards.
• Infrastructure: Pull, terminate, label, and test low-voltage cabling (Cat5/6, Fiber, RG6, HDMI, SDI) through various architectural conditions like conduit, walls, and ceilings.
• Mechanical Work: Safely mount heavy equipment to diverse surfaces and install mounting Audio Visual (AV) back boxes, blocking, and TV brackets.
• **Technical Configuration & Engineering**
• Schematics: Read and interpret signal flow diagrams, architectural drawings, and wiring diagrams; markup as-built drawings with field changes.
• System Debugging: Configure, troubleshoot, and debug complex AV systems, control interfaces, and networked devices.
• Feasibility Studies: Conducts site surveys and technical assessments to provide leadership with “Pros/Cons” of various hardware architectures.
• Testing & Commissioning: Conduct thorough pre-event testing and full system commissioning post-installation to guarantee optimal performance.
• Lead the engineering and testing of “Proof of Concept” (PoC) rooms, gathering user feedback to refine system designs before large-scale organizational roll-out.
• Review proposed designs to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Lifecycle Management: Develop multi-year technology roadmaps for leadership, identifying upcoming “End-of-Life” (EoL) equipment and engineering refresh cycles to prevent system downtime.
• **Event & Client Support**
• Operational Support: Gather client requirements for fixed and mobile setups; facilitate video conference calls and provide technical support for town halls and presentations.
• User Training: Create user guides and provide professional training to clients and staff on room operation and equipment troubleshooting.
• Maintenance: Adjust, clean, and maintain equipment per manufacturer recommendations; manage inventory and document repair cycles.
• **Compliance & Safety**
• Standards: Adhere to Government policies, Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and guidelines using provided resources and tools.
• Safety: Follow strict safety procedures, including the use of protective gear, especially when working at heights or in confined spaces.

## Qualifications
**Experience/Skills:**

• **Technical Proficiency**
• Experience: 3+ years in AV installation, Public Address (PA) systems, or conference room design (preferred).
• Core Knowledge: Understanding of AV hardware, networking basics, A/V codecs, and signal flow.
• Tooling: Proficiency with audio mixers, video conferencing systems, and control system components.
• Cabling: Expertise in termination standards including RJ-45 compression, soldering, and fiber optics.
• **Physical Requirements**
• Environment: Comfortable working in commercial and industrial settings, including climbing stairs, ladders, lifts, scaffolding, catwalks, crawlspaces, and accessing areas where uneven or cluttered conditions may exist.
• Stamina: Ability to walk, sit, or stand for extended periods. Capacity to frequently bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl to access floor boxes and cabling pathways.
• Heavy Lifting: Capability to lift, push, pull, and carry objects weighing up to 40 lbs. individually (such as large amplifiers or battery backups) and assist in team-lifting displays or video wall panels exceeding 100 lbs.
• Tool Proficiency: Safe operations of power tools (drill, saws, etc.) and specialized AV tools (crimpers, snips, etc.).
• **Professional Qualities**
• Problem Solving: Ability to diagnose and resolve intricate technical issues under high-pressure, live-event conditions.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills for client-facing interactions and team collaboration.

**Education:**

• High School Diploma or GED required; Degree or equivalent work experience in Audio Visual technology preferred.

**Certification**

• **CompTIA Security+**

**Clearance:**

• **Active Secret clearance is required.**
• **Must be a United States Citizen and pass a background check.**
• Maintain applicable security clearance(s) at the level required by the client and/or applicable certification(s) as requested by FEDITC and/or required by FEDITC’S Client(s)/Customer(s)/Prime contractor(s).

*FEDITC, LLC. is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not employ AI tools in our decision-making processes. Regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran, FEDITC, LLC. ensures that all employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Our commitment to non-discrimination in employment extends to every location in which our company operates.*