Audiovisual Installation Engineer Specified Term
Job Summary
Physical Infrastructure part of IT Services at the University of Iowa is seeking a new A/V Installation Engineer. The primary responsibility of this position is to install and configure low voltage cabling electronics and A/V systems into conference rooms classrooms and specialty spaces including but not limited to laboratories studios and practice rooms. This position will work with a variety of trades to fulfill installation requirements.
In addition to installation services this position may also assist with the setup operation troubleshooting repair and documentation of A/V systems and related technology.
This position has a project assignment of 2 years and is classified as a specified term appointment as a Communication Infrastructure Engineer (PIB2) with full fringe benefits.
This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
This is an onsite position.
Applicants must have a valid U.S. drivers license and be able to meet the University of Iowas Fleet Safety requirements.
For a detailed job description please email Melanie Bell at
About IT Services:
Our mission is to create a welcoming and supportive work environment where everyone feels empowered to be their authentic selves and share ideas. We are committed to cultivating a welcoming and respectful workforce culture where people of all backgrounds and perspectives are empowered to make a positive impact. We embrace this commitment as mission-critical in everything we do and embed it in hiring incentive retention and career-development practices and initiatives.
Required Qualifications:
- Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to a total of typically 5 years of experience installing and configuring audiovisual technology and/or low-voltage electronics. This could include:
- A high school diploma or GED and typically 5 years of experience.
- An associates degree or technical diploma and typically 3 years of experience.
- A bachelors degree in a field relevant to the position and typically 1 year of experience.
- Strong proficiency in the use of power tools hand tools and other equipment necessary for the installation of permanent audiovisual technology.
- Proficient in construction techniques.
- Ability to routinely move and transport computer and audiovisual equipment up to 50 pounds. Ability to position self to securely install mount and/or hang a wide range of audiovisual equipment and ascend/descend ladders.
- Working knowledge of standard practices for low-voltage system installation and cable labeling.
- Working knowledge of the latest trends in audiovisual technology.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to markup project documents write and deliver clear instructions and create work summaries.
- Demonstrated ability to work both individually and as part of a coordinated project team.
- Valid US drivers license with the ability to meet the University of Iowas Fleet Safety Requirements: Qualifications:
- A/V or low-voltage related certifications such as AVIXA CTS or CTS-I BICSI technician.
- Working familiarity with CSI Division 27 standards for construction specifications.
- Experience troubleshooting audiovisual systems and/or communication systems.
- Experience terminating running and testing prewire or retrofit low-voltage cables (SDI coaxial speaker and/or control cable)
- Experience installing components of audiovisual architecture and infrastructure (mounting projectors and screens installing LCD/LED screens A/V rack wiring installing speakers).
- Familiarity with Extron Crestron and/or similar audiovisual equipment.
Application Details:
In order to be considered applicants must upload the following materials and mark them as Relevant File to the submission:
- Resume
- Cover letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For questions or additional information please contact
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