AV Technician / Installation Specialist (Radio Shop)

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Texarkana - Red River Army Depot - New Boston, TX 75570Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolFEDITC, 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. QualificationsExperience/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.