The Cook & Boardman Group, LLC is hiring: Audio Visual Commissioning Specialist

When you apply for the Audio‑Visual Commissioning Specialist role at The Cook & Boardman Group, you’re stepping into a team that values your expertise and career growth. This position offers the chance to work closely with project managers, engineers, and clients to deliver premium AV solutions that meet technical specifications and exceed customer expectations.

Why Work With Us?

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance, and a 401(k) with company match.
• Work‑Life Balance: Generous paid time off for rest, family, and self‑care.
• Career Growth: Continuous learning, mentorship, and leadership training through our in‑house development program.
• Supportive Culture: Innovation, creativity, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.

Essential Functions

• Conduct on‑site inspections to assess project requirements and site conditions.
• Install, configure and integrate audio‑visual equipment, including displays, projectors, sound systems, video conferencing systems, control systems, and network infrastructure.
• Develop configuration requirements and documents for manufacturer applications and products.
• Verify systems integration wiring connectivity and termination in the lab.
• Calibrate audio‑visual systems to optimize performance and ensure audio and video quality.
• Collaborate with project teams to develop commissioning plans and timelines.
• Document commissioning activities, including test results, configuration settings, and as‑built drawings.
• Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and best practices related to audio‑visual systems integration.
• Provide programming and/or support in loading, testing, and documenting results of pre‑built customized control programs, touch panel files, and DSP builds.
• Perform system testing and troubleshooting to identify and resolve technical issues.
• Conduct end‑user training on specific software applications and interfaces requiring client interaction.
• Assist in system solutions analysis, design, development, and testing activities.
• Develop and maintain configuration policies and procedures.
• Other relative duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in AV installation, troubleshooting, commissioning and service.
• AVIXA CTS/CTS‑I and CQT preferred; not required if you have appropriate experience.
• Good working knowledge of Crestron, BIAMP, Extron and QSC.
• Experience with AV industry software platforms; direct programming experience is a plus.
• Strong networking skills; specific certifications or training are a plus.
• Experience with audio tuning, equalization, and DSP programming.
• Organized, proactive and detail‑oriented, able to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to work in a team environment and interact with clients.
• Deep understanding of audio‑visual protocols, standards and technologies (HDMI, HDCP, Dante, EDID, AES67, AVB).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Industry certifications such as CTS (Certified Technology Specialist), CTS‑I, or CTS‑D are a plus.

Physical Demands

This position requires physical activity consistent with a construction or installation environment. The employee will spend more than two‑thirds of their time standing, kneeling, crouching, stooping, using hands to handle or feel, and reaching with hands and arms. Approximately one‑third of the time may be spent walking and engaging in verbal communication or listening. Frequent lifting and moving of materials weighing between 25 and 50 pounds is required.

Work Environment

This role may involve travel to project sites and exposure to a variety of environmental conditions such as outdoor weather, proximity to forklifts or other heavy machinery, and the use of hand tools or hardware. Employees may be subject to frequent heavy lifting and other physical demands typical of a construction or warehouse environment.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Cook & Boardman Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industry

Construction