EMCOR Group is hiring: Audio Visual Technician (NARA I) in Washington

About Us

EMCOR Government Services offers an experienced single-source solution for meeting the routine and mission-critical needs of federal, state, local and other government organizations. By combining our expert professional technicians, commercial best practices, extensive facilities knowledge, and strong commitment to reliable, responsive service, we enable our government clients to achieve consistently high-performance facilities, on-time projects and long-term value.

Job Title

Audio Visual Technician (NARA I)

Overview

Job Summary: EMCOR Government Services is seeking an Audio Visual Technician based in Washington, DC. This role provides live event and audio visual technology support services with daily contact with government employees, contractors, researchers, visitors, and other public officials. This role will also support NARA II in College Park, MD as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide live event tech support for day and evening events in a range of AV positions: audio mixing and reinforcement, video recording and playback, lighting setup, live streaming, computer presentation.
• Conference room setup
• Perform AV equipment inventories
• AV equipment installation and mounting
• Repair and maintenance such as cable termination, filter and lamp changes, cleaning as required by Preventive Maintenance guidelines
• Interface with government staff, dignitaries, and members of the public daily

Qualifications

• Possess a two-year College degree in an audio-visual field or technical certification in AV and/or five years of audiovisual experience from a reputable company
• Specific knowledge of live event production: audio mixing, loudspeaker and camera operation, video switching, lighting, live web streaming, projection, and recording
• Must have specific knowledge of popular video calling web platforms such as, but not limited to: Google Meet, Zoom, WebEx, MS Teams
• Knowledge of signal flow, signal types, ability to troubleshoot, and read system diagrams
• Ability to perform minor repairs and maintenance such as soldering, cable termination, and projector filter and lamp changes
• Must possess outstanding customer service, communication (oral/written), and interpersonal skills
• Basic knowledge of MS Office products
• Flexible time schedule and reliable transportation
• Basic understanding of video editing, film projection a plus

Physical Demands

• Corrected to 20/20 vision
• Must be able to hear audio clearly to perform EQ adjustments and assess loudness of sound sources
• May work from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms and work with systems and equipment in hard-to-reach places. Frequently lift, carry, and set up equipment weighing up to 30 pounds. Occasionally lift and carry items that weigh over 50 pounds. Work is performed indoors and outdoors.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation Range: $56,000 - $64,000 annual salary

Other Compensation: N/A

Benefits: We are committed to providing employees a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach and employee assistance program.

Equal Opportunity and Notices

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