Audio/Visual Installer

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Location

Augusta University-

Our Health Sciences Campus:
1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Our Summerville Campus:
2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

College/Department Information

The Division of Information Technology's mission at Augusta University is to anticipate and respond effectively to a changing world with agile, innovative, robust and secure services that educate and inspire students, empower clinicians, educators, researchers and administrators, advance learning, discovery and care.

Job Summary

The Audio-Visual Installer, with directions from Manager of AV Systems Engineering or delegates perform AV equipment installation for new and refresh audiovisual projects ranging from $1-$5 million annually. The AV Systems Installer/Technologist will catalog and manage storage of equipment ordered, assemble racks with AV equipment wiring with the equipment following drawings provided by AV System Engineers, install system perm link cabling in walls, floor, and ceiling spaces following provided drawings and in accordance with local code and departmental requirements. The AV Systems Installer/Technologist will install equipment/mounts, including but not limited to ceiling mounted projectors, large format LCD displays (ceiling & wall), in ceiling and/or on wall projection screens. Assists AV Systems Engineers in completing system implementations and post installation troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

The duties include, but are not limited to:

DECOMMISSION & REMOVAL OF OLD COMPONENTS:
Decommissioning and removal of old AV components and wiring, following established procedures/policies for transfer/surplus of property; Installation, termination, & testing of permalink AV infrastructure cabling in walls, floors, & ceiling spaces following established national/local code guidelines; Installation of hard mounted AV equipment including but not limited to ceiling/wall mounts, projects, large format LCD displays, projection screens, speakers, et. al.; Assembly, equipment population, and wiring of equipment racks/lecterns following system drawings provided by AV Systems Engineers;

DOCUMENTS AV EQUIPMENT:
Receives, checks for damage/functionality, and documents AV equipment deliveries, marking hardware as associated projects/destinations;

ASSIST AV SYSTEM ENGINEERS:
Assists AV Systems Engineers with the provision of top tier AV support for systems including classroom, conference room, and other meeting/collaboration/presentation systems and hardware;

OTHER: Perform all other related duties/tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and two years of related work experience.

OR

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent from a state or federal accrediting organization and three years of related work experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE

Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases;

SKILLS

Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to multi-task

Ability to prioritize and manage conflicting deadlines

Ability to work independently, perform well under pressure, meet deadlines and exercise good judgment;

Ability to make decisions on and executes secure, proper installation of AV equipment following established code, best practices.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days/M-F

Pay Band: B5

Salary: Minimum: $17.88/hour

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position

Recruitment Period: Until Filled

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Driver's License Statement

The Human Resources Division will request a driver's history report for the identified top candidate(s) for this position. We will initiate this through our Background Check Vendor; this report will come from the Department of Motor Vehicles. The selected candidate must have a valid driver's license.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

Consider applying with us today!

Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.

Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university

Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee

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