Long Description:Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Build, manage and lead fabrication and installation workforce through recruiting, training, resource scheduling and best practices techniques
Coordinate with Project Manager and other department heads to ensure necessary project documentation and deliverables are prepared for fabrication and installation activities and work with direct lead technicians assigned to project
Oversee installation budget for department and make recommendations to upper management as needed
Drive adoption and compliance of AVI-SPL Installation & Fabrication standards and best practices
Oversee quality control of shop fabrication and onsite installation activities
Monitor and ensure labor expenditures to not exceed budget
Coordinate fleet vehicle maintenance, equipment delivery and associated responsibilities, field install and trouble-shooting support as needed
Coordinate field testing of integrated systems and train client on use
Read and interpret electronic schematics and architectural blueprints
Use hand and power tools to solder and crimp connectors along with various other AV systems related tasks
Perform installation tasks for audio visual projects including but not limited to pulling cable, installing connectors, mounting displays and metal fabrication when needed
Assist with turn-over of project to service department at completion of each project and with project sign off when needed
Travel to various job sites when needed
Other duties assigned as needed
Must-Haves:
Experience with planning, implementing and managing the activities of an installation workforce through recruiting, training, resource scheduling and best practices techniques
Experience developing and implementing business processes and streamlining operations
Ability to manage and direct projects to completion
Ability to lead with confidence and create alignment among management
Ability to attract and develop staff
Ability to direct a team towards a cohesive set of strategic objectives and maintain efficient timelines in the completion of tasks
Proven ability to significantly contribute toward or lead operation initiatives with a results-oriented approach
Knowledge of basic signal flow for audio, video and control
Exceptional strategic thinking and structured problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written
Excellent capability to switch tasks while adapting to changing priorities
Ability to negotiate conflict and maintain constructive working relationships with people at all levels of the organization
Enthusiastic self-starter capable of working independently and ensuring to meet deadlines
Ability to use hand and power tools in a safe and efficient manner
Ability to manage small to medium projects
Valid Drivers License and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets AVI-SPL driving standards
Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent
Nice-To-Haves:
Bachelors Degree in Business, or related field (MBA or masters degree is preferred)
CTS or CTS-I
Minimum 4 - 6 years installation management experience managing a diverse operation with multiple business units preferably in the Audio Visual or Construction industry
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with construction or project management theory and practices preferred
Familiarity with AV or other electro - mechanical systems a plus
Minor programming capability (AMX/Creston) - changes and troubleshooting