AV Design Integrator
Alterman, Inc. · Live Oak, TX · 1 mo ago
On-siteArt & CreativeFull-time
Essential Functions
- Meets with clients to gather project requirements and conduct site assessments.
- Researches and analyzes the capabilities of available hardware and software options and provides recommendations to the Project Manager if current systems are inoperable.
- Provides input on hardware and software options for design-assist projects.
- Aids in the development of the Bill of Materials (BOM) based on the agreed scope of work.
- Creates detailed AV drawings, including system flow diagrams, device layouts, installation details, rack elevations, rigging details, and related documentation.
- Develops a technical scope of work for internal field operations teams.
- Aids in the technical design, bid/service contract pricing, and material and labor estimates for proposals as needed.
Project Support and Coordination
- Approves the AV drawings and rough signal flow diagram and releases them to Project Management for submittal and construction drawings.
- Reviews the specifications and BOM with the Project Manager for post-award processing.
- Supports and coordinates documentation for changes to the BOM based on site conditions and discussions with the Project Manager.
- Creates AV system drawings and as-built drawings for end users.
- Provides troubleshooting and technical assistance throughout the project lifecycle.
- Evaluates room acoustics, reverberation, speech intelligibility, and other environmental factors.
- Supports and assists with commissioning, including addressing technical questions from field personnel, configuring devices, and providing networking assistance.
Identifying Improvements
- Identifies and presents potential improvements to policies and procedures to the leadership team.
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- At least three years of experience in an AV technical role required.
- CTS certification required. CTS-I and/or CTS-D certifications preferred.
Skills/Abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Proficient with Bluebeam Revu.
- Demonstrated knowledge of network infrastructure.
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of QSC, Crestron, Extron, AMX (and Other Control and Switching System) applications.
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of DSP, conferencing devices, and audio-conferencing best practices.
- Demonstrated ability to read construction drawings and system wiring diagrams.
- Demonstrated ability to diagnose complex system problems.
- Ability to work independently and meet necessary deadlines.
Work Environment
- Office environment with some travel required.
- Ongoing after-hours and/or travel may be required.
Physical Demands
- Must be able to use hands or fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; must be able to reach with hands and arms.
- Manual dexterity associated with computer data entry required.
- Must be able to talk and hear.
- Must be able to frequently sit.
- Must be able to occasionally stand, walk, climb, balance, crouch or crawl, stoop, and kneel.
- Must be able to safely operate a vehicle to travel to and from job sites.
- Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
- Must be able to safely maneuver in a construction environment.
- Close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception are required.