A/V Installation Engineer - Specified Term
Physical Infrastructure, part of IT Services at the University of Iowa, is seeking a new A/V Installation Engineer. The primary responsibility of this position is to install and configure low voltage electronics and A/V systems into conference rooms, classrooms, and specialty spaced including but not limited to laboratories, studios, and practice rooms. This position will work with a variety of trades to fulfill installation requirements.
In addition to installation services, this position may also assist with the setup, operation, troubleshooting, repair, and documentation of A/V systems and related technology.
This position has a project assignment of 2 year and is classified as a "specified term appointment" as Communication Infrastructure Engineers (PIB2) with full fringe benefits.
This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
This is an onsite position.
Applicants must have a valid U.S. driver's license and be able to meet the University of Iowa's Fleet Safety requirements.
For a detailed job description of either position listed above, please email Melanie Bell at melanie-bell@uiowa.edu.
About IT Services:
Our mission is to create a welcoming and supportive work environment where everyone feels empowered to be their authentic selves and share ideas. We are committed to cultivating a welcoming and respectful workforce culture where people of all backgrounds and perspectives are empowered to make a positive impact. We embrace this commitment as mission-critical in everything we do and embed it in hiring, incentive, retention, and career-development practices and initiatives.
Required Qualifications:
- Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to a total of typically 5 years of experience installing and configuring audiovisual technology and/or low-voltage electronics. This could include:
- A high school diploma or GED and typically 5 years of experience.
- An associate’s degree or technical diploma and typically 3 years of experience.
- A bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to the position and typically 1 year of experience.
- Strong proficiency in the use of power tools, hand tools, and other equipment necessary for the installation of permanent audiovisual technology.
- Proficient in construction techniques.
- Ability to routinely move and transport computer and audiovisual equipment up to 50 pounds. Ability to position self to securely install, mount, and/or hang a wide range of audiovisual equipment and ascend/descend ladders.
- Working knowledge of standard practices for low-voltage system installation and cable labeling.
- Working knowledge of the latest trends in audiovisual technology.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to markup project documents, write and deliver clear instructions, and create work summaries.
- Demonstrated ability to work both individually and as part of a coordinated project team.
- Valid US driver’s license with the ability to meet the University of Iowa’s Fleet Safety Requirements: https://opsmanual.uiowa.edu/administrative-financial-and-facilities-policies/risk-management-insurance-and-loss-prevention-5
Desirable Qualifications:
- A/V or low-voltage related certifications such as AVIXA CTS, or CTS-I, BICSI technician.
- Working familiarity with CSI Division 27 standards for construction specifications.
- Experience troubleshooting audiovisual systems and/or communication systems.
- Experience terminating, running, and testing prewire or retrofit low-voltage cables (SDI, coaxial, speaker, and/or control cable)
- Experience installing components of audiovisual architecture and infrastructure (mounting projectors and screens, installing LCD/LED screens, A/V rack wiring, installing speakers).
- Familiarity with Extron, Crestron, and/or similar audiovisual equipment.
Application Details:
In order to be considered, applicants must upload the following materials and mark them as “Relevant File” to the submission:
- Resume
- Cover letter
Information Technology Services will be hiring for one level listed within this requisition, depending on the qualifications of the successful finalist.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For questions or additional information, please contact melanie-bell@uiowa.edu.
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