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How You’ll Contribute:

The installation technician is responsible for performing a wide variety of installation duties on technology projects for our clients. This position is the key field position for the bulk of the actual work that gets done in our clients buildings. The install tech needs to coordinate with project management, field superintendents and others to fully understand their role on specific projects. They interpret our drawing packages to create the basis of the finished systems. This installation can include displays, projectors, loudspeakers, microphones, equipment racks, etc. Will also provide advice and guidance to Associate Installation Technicians as necessary. 

Location:   Must live in the Washington DC - VA area.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform structured cabling installation: pull, terminate, label, and dress cables per project documentation and standards.
• Complete physical installation and wiring of AV devices (displays, speakers, microphones, cameras, control interfaces, etc.).
• Assemble, populate, and dress equipment racks with a high degree of workmanship and adherence to design documents.
• Solder and terminate connectors according to project specifications and accepted industry practices.
• Execute light physical construction tasks as required (e.g., blocking, mounting surfaces, hardware installation).
• Follow Diversified’s installation procedures, quality guidelines, and safety protocols with minimal deviation.
• Maintain accurate daily records: timesheets, daily field reports, checklists, and as-built documentation.
• Collaborate effectively with Project Managers, Engineers, and Lead Technicians to ensure project milestones are met.
• Represent Diversified professionally on active job sites, including client and construction environments.
• Actively participate in ongoing training and skill development toward advancing technical proficiency.

Complexity:

This level of technician will be responsible for performing tasks on clients job sites with little supervision. On smaller projects this position may be responsible for the coordination with clients, contractors and subcontractors. 

Decision Making Authority: 

This position is often alone on the job sites and requires making good judgement about decisions that need to be made. In general the project manager and a site supervisor are available to answer questions. This position requires good diplomacy in working with our clients and other key stakeholders on the job sites. 

Physical Working Environment: 

Physical Demands: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that may be met by an employee. The employee may be exposed to construction site conditions on a regular basis. Employee will be responsible for their safety while on job sites and to comply with all safety regulations in place by the GC. Use of PPE is usually required on job sites. The employee can typically spend at least 60% of their time on their feet and be required to mobile around the construction site. The employee must have the ability to occasionally climb ladders, use stairs and lift and/or move materials up to 40 pounds in construction areas. The individual is regularly required to use keyboards, test equipment and controls required for SI installation projects. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth vision. When not on construction sites, the employee will experience normal office conditions and be required to use office equipment such as computers, peripherals, etc.

 
Travel: 

Frequent travel by car and occasional airplane trips are required. Employee must possess a valid driver’s license in their state of residence. Employee will be required to use their own vehicle and will be reimbursed for mileage at the current corporate rate. Local travel to job sites (within a 2 hour driving distance each way) will make up 70-90% usually but remote travel can be up to 30% of the job at times. 10% remote travel is required on a regular basis. 

What You’ll Bring:

Education/ Certifications:

• High school or GED equal 
• AVIXA CTS Certification is desired. 
• Must have a valid drivers license and adhere to our insurance requirements 
• OSHA 30 Certificate is highly desired. (NYC OSHA30 is desired) 
• Other relevant certifications may be required or preferred based on the technology focus of the position. 

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• 1+ years as an associate technician and/or fabrication technician or related industry experience. 
• Proven ability to perform core AV installation tasks with minimal direct instruction.
• Competency with hand tools, power tools, and installation materials required for AV integration.
• Strong understanding of cabling types, termination techniques, and device mounting requirements.
• Ability to interpret functional design drawings, cable riser diagrams, and architectural drawings.
• Comfortable working on ladders, lifts, and in construction environments.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate within a project team.
• Flexibility and adaptability to evolving site conditions and project priorities.