AV / PA Specialist
Overview
Responsibilities
- Install, terminate, test and service commercial PA, speaker and intercom systems.
- Mount speakers, amplifiers, microphones, call stations and associated field devices.
- Pull, route, label and terminate low-voltage cabling.
- Configure and test audio system components for correct operation and sound coverage.
- Troubleshoot audio quality, connectivity, power and equipment performance issues.
- Read drawings, riser diagrams, wiring schematics and equipment schedules.
- Support system commissioning, final testing and customer handover.
- Perform preventative maintenance and respond to service calls.
- Assist with security, access control and other low-voltage installations when required.
- Maintain accurate service records, test documentation and material usage information.
- Coordinate with project managers, electricians, general contractors and other trades.
- Follow applicable safety practices, electrical requirements and site procedures.
Qualifications
Required
- Practical experience with speakers, PA systems, commercial audio or intercom equipment.
- Understanding of low-voltage cabling, termination and testing.
- Ability to use standard hand tools, power tools and electrical test equipment.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and wiring diagrams.
- Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a project team.
- Valid driving licence and willingness to travel to customer sites throughout the Greater Boston area.
Preferred
- Massachusetts Class D Systems Technician licence or an equivalent low-voltage electrical credential.
- Security system, access control, CCTV or intrusion detection experience.
- Experience with commercial, educational, healthcare, municipal or large-campus facilities.
- Familiarity with amplifiers, mixers, digital signal processors and network-connected audio equipment.
- Experience commissioning or programming intercom and audio systems.
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 training.
- Manufacturer training relating to commercial audio, intercom or security platforms.
What We Offer
- A position structured around the successful candidate's existing level of experience.
- Exposure to commercial PA, speaker, intercom and low-voltage projects.
- Technical mentoring and support for developing technicians.
- Opportunities to expand into security and integrated low-voltage systems.
- Manufacturer and on-the-job technical development.
- A progression route into senior technician, lead technician and project supervision positions.
- A mix of installation, troubleshooting, service and commissioning work.
- Opportunities to take ownership of projects as technical capability develops.
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