Senior AV Installation Technician [Top Secret Clearance]
Chickasaw Nation Industries

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Technology, Infrastructure & Engineering, Health, Manufacturing, Public Safety, Consulting, and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises.A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental - Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance, 401k Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, personal time off, and observance of Federal Holidays.

SUMMARY

The Senior AV Installation Technician performs the installation and cabling of electronic equipment and infrastructure in support of various C4I/IT communications systems equipment. This position terminates and dresses all Ethernet SM/MM, fiber optic cabling to MPO/MTP, and coaxial cable. Installs, tests, and documents the installation of monitors, speakers, video switches, microphones, control panels, amplifiers, and VTC codecs in accordance with Installation Development Plan (IDP).This full time position is required to be onsite in the Colorado Springs, CO.

Must have TS/SCI which requires U.S. Citizenship.

As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have TS/SCI which requires U.S. Citizenship.

Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) certification required

CTS-I; Audiovisual Network Professional (AVP), or other Vendor specific certifications preferred.

Associate's degree, technical certification, and/or a minimum of five (5) years of related experience supporting cabling, equipment, and AV systems installation. Minimum five (5)years of troubleshooting and repairing AV systems. Minimum three (3) years of experience in using Microsoft Office; or equivalent combination of education/experience.

Operational knowledge of Personal Computer Systems and Microsoft Office Suite

Comprehensive knowledge of service, maintenance, operation procedures, and troubleshooting of IT and AV related systems and equipment.

Command of AV equipment assembly and testing.

Possesses and effectively utilizes problem-solving skills.

Excellent verbal and written communications skills with ability to create and interpret a variety of technical materials.

Excellent customer service, relationship-building, and ability to effectively interact with others in the performance of assigned duties.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, and technical directives.

Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and execute scheduled tasks individually and within a team environment.

Willingness and ability to learn new concepts and techniques.

Ability to travel to client worksites on as needed basis within a 50-mile radius from the home duty station.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Duties and responsibilities include the following.Other duties may be assigned.

Ensures required technical abilities are maintained.

Contributes to all phases of the IT and AV infrastructure installation or upgrade.

Installs racks/cabinets/credenzas and all peripheral equipment.

Mounting of monitors, speakers and other devices on walls.

Dresses cables neatly and with adequate slack to enable proper movement of sliding shelves.

Updates and maintains all design documents by marking all "as-built" changes during installation.

Produces and installs for each installed cable, computer-generated labels to be placed at both ends of each cable.

Works individually and with the team to troubleshoot and resolve issues with network infrastructure, often requiring coordination with other disciplines: networking, facilities, HVAC, electrical, security, etc.

Conducts required Pre-Installation Test and Checkout (PITCO)activities.

Conducts tests and documents results of cables, equipment, and materials.

Performs assignments that are not completely standardized or prescribed.

Performs demolition and disposal of network and power infrastructure.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Associate's degree, technical certification, and/or a minimum of five (5) years of related experience supporting cabling, equipment, and AV systems installation. Minimum five (5)years of troubleshooting and repairing AV systems. Minimum three (3) years of experience in using Microsoft Office; or equivalent combination of education/experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Work is primarily performed in a factory, machine shop or construction environment. The job requires the use of protective equipment such as hard hats, respirators, aprons, gloves, special clothing, safety shoes and safety glasses. May have exposure to indoor/outdoor adverse weather conditions. Frequent exposure to noise - workers must wear protective hearing equipment or frequently shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level. Exposure to pollutants or allergens which can adversely affect the skin and/or the respiratory system such as gases, smoke, odors, mists, fumes, dust, chemicals, oils or solvents. Exposure to hazardous working conditions including moving machinery, electricity and/or working in high places. The ability to verbally communicate alarms or warnings clearly, concisely, loudly and quickly, to clearly and quickly hear or otherwise sense alarms or warnings and take appropriate action. Frequently required to maintain equilibrium to prevent falling when moving, walking, standing, kneeling or crouching - particularly on narrow, uneven, irregular, slippery surfaces, going up or down ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles or other objects using hands, arms, feet or legs. Frequently required to bend the body downward and forward, bending leg and spine - working in a bent over position. Frequently required to sense physical attributes such as size, shape, temperature, texture or sharpness of an object by touching. Frequently required to grasp, grip or apply pressure to an object with the fingers and palm, holding an object in the hand. Frequently required to lift, raise or lower objects in a vertical direction, particularly heavy or bulky objects. Moving objects backward, forward, in or out in a horizontal direction, particularly heavy or bulky objects. Pulling, exerting a steady backward, downward, upward or outward force against an object - jerking, plucking, wrenching, stretching, towing, drawing, dragging or tugging objects in a sustained motion. Pushing, pressing against something with steady forward, downward, upward or outward force - shoving, pushing, compressing, squeezing, mashing, packing, pressing, jamming, compacting, or squashing objects in a sustained motion. The ability to see and distinguish colors, to visually distinguish shapes and patterns, to accurately sense distances (depth perception), to accurately see objects and detect motion at wide angles (peripheral vision). Frequently uses the lower extremities and back muscles and moving on foot, particularly for long distances. May be exposed to hot objects, flames or sparks.

EOE including Disability/Vet

The estimated pay range for this role is $37.77 to $45.70, with the final offer contingent on location, skillset, and experience.

CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical
  

• Dental
  

• Vision
  

• 401(k)
  

• STD/LTD/AD&D
  

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
  

• Training and Development Opportunities
  

Your application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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