Trainee Audio Visual Designer Jobs in California

Job Summary:

The Field Engineer II - Audio Visual will be able to install and operate most types of AV systems and equipment.
This is not a media AV role. We are specifically looking for someone with notable experience in hyperscale data-centers, telecommunications, or construction environments.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

1.   The Field Engineer II - Audio Visual will be able to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment problems in a senior service support role.  That includes testing, troubleshooting of system components and functions, and field verification of connections, labels, installation, and work quality.

2.   The Field Engineer II - Audio Visual will understand advanced system drawings, specifications, and technical manuals. They will be able to create shop drawings, and submittals for new project kick-off

3.   The Field Engineer II - Audio Visual must understand Control System and/or DSP programming, and commissioning including basic programming, and set up to configure system components such as DSP, mixers, wireless mics, video, & lighting systems.

4.   The Field Engineer II - Audio Visual will be able to do basic programming and configuring of AV equipment such as DSP (Biamp/QSC/BSS/ClearOne)

5.   The Field Engineer II - Audio Visual will be able to do basic programming and configuring of Crestron/Extron/AMX, matrix mixers, and switchers, VTC (Cisco/Polycom)

6.   The Field Engineer II - Audio Visual will be able to commission audio systems.

7.   The Field Engineer II - Audio Visual will be able to configure IP addressable devices and have a basic understanding of data networking

8.   The Field Engineer II - Audio Visual’s work will include work both “in house” and in the field when required

9.   The Field Engineer II - Audio Visual will assume ownership of project installation giving next-level support to the Field Engineer, as well as supporting field staff and project manager. 

10.The Field Engineer II - Audio Visual will assist with maintaining and completing project punch-list for project closeouts.

11.The Field Engineer II - Audio Visual will oversee the technical aspects of projects and IT coordination.

12.The Field Engineer II - Audio Visual will pre-quality-check the projects, test all equipment, and functionality, and create punch lists.

13.The Field Engineer II - Audio Visual will assist sales staff as needed with product and system demonstrations.

14.The Field Engineer II - Audio Visual will     assist PM with change order designs and estimates.

15.The Field Engineer II - Audio Visual will handle other responsibilities as assigned.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

·        Must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional, and lead others to create, develop, and implement project process improvement(s).

·        Must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients, and business partners.

·        Must have proven problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills, and the ability to effectively read, write, and give oral presentation(s). 

·        Must have proven high skill level to interpret blueprints, and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting, and quality requirements.

·        Must able to travel within branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.

·        Must be able to stand and walk very large job sites regularly.

·        Regular attendance is mandatory

Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:

·        Must possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

·        Will have at least 3-4 years of overall audiovisual commercial integration industry experience, working on commercial integration projects.

·        Must have a proven track record in audiovisual systems engineering and control systems commissioning

·        Must be able to work well with other people

·        Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and MS Project).

·        Must meet Company minimum driving standards.

·        Must be able to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.

·        Must have demonstrated verifiable ability to define a project, create a project scope of work, develop detailed associated tasks, and manage these to completion and customer turnover.

IES Communications, LLC, provides the highest level of design, build, and maintenance services in the market. Our national footprint success is based on our reputation, trust, and relationships with our customers. We provide the same feel across the country because of our people, processes, financial stability, safety record, training, consistency in our quality of work, partnerships, bonding capacity, competitive pricing, and our ability to scale up quickly with certified technicians. IES Communications culture is to provide our employees with a safe, healthy, productive, and growth-oriented workplace.
For 38 years, we have maintained a professional, well-trained staff that collectively represents a proven track record of leading industry knowledge and expertise. IES Communications offers a great experience from the beginning to the end of every project.