AV Technicians 101909

AV Technicians 
Location: Arlington, VA. 
Required Clearance: Top Secret/SCI

Since 1999, ITEC has delivered mission-critical support to the DoD and Intelligence Community. Now part of ManpowerGroup Public Sector (MGPS), we continue that work with expanded capabilities. Employees hired through this process will join MGPS and receive a comprehensive benefits package and competitive pay.  

U.S. Citizenship Mandatory: Due to our US federal government contract, candidates for this position are required to be a US Citizen and will be subject to a background investigation. 

Job Description:

The Audio Visual (AV) Technician is responsible for installing, integrating, testing, and maintaining audio‑visual and video teleconferencing (VTC) systems across a variety of customer environments. This role combines hands‑on technical installation, system configuration, troubleshooting, and cross‑team coordination to ensure high‑quality, reliable AV solutions that meet organizational and customer requirements. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Install/integrate/configure AV systems, including mounting & anchoring equipment, rack construction, and hardware setup.
• Pull/route/terminate fiber and copper cabling for AV/VTC systems.
• Install and support large‑format displays and video wall systems.
• Interpret engineering drawings to implement AV system integration in accordance with technical standards.  

System Testing & Troubleshooting

• Participate in system test readiness/support all testing events.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve issues related to AV, VTC, control systems, hardware, and connectivity.  

Project Coordination & Communication

• Support installation planning by assessing manpower, staging, equipment, and tool requirements.
• Coordinate work activities with subcontractors, vendors, engineering teams, and customer representatives.
• Attend regular team meetings and maintain professional communication in sensitive customer environments.  

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to industry, organizational, and customer standards for installation, safety, and system performance.
• Maintain professional conduct within secure facilities.  

Required Skills:

• 3–5+ years of related AV or VTC installation/integration experience.
• Experience with AV/VTC components, products, and systems.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including:
• Standing for 6–8 hours.
• Climbing ladders and stairs regularly (up to 15 ft).
• Bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling.
• Valid driver’s license/open to traveling to customer sites as needed.
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to read schematics/engineering drawings.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective communication skills with customers, peers, and engineering staff.
• Ability to work independently and within cross‑functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high‑quality installation practices.  

Desired Skills:

• 3+ years of specialized experience in AV installation/configuration.
• Hands‑on experience with: Crestron, Extron, QSC, Samsung, Thinklogical systems.
• AVIXA CTS or CTS‑I certification.
• Bachelor’s in engineering, IT, computer science, or related technical discipline.