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Kforce is hiring: Audio Video Specialist in San Jose

Kforce · San Jose, CA, USA ·

Job type:
Contract

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client that is seeking an Audio Video Specialist in In San Jose, CA.Duties Include:

Design, install, configure, test, and support scalable AV solutions for conference rooms, executive offices, training rooms, auditoriums, and town hall event spaces
Maintain and troubleshoot AV hardware, software, control systems, cabling, peripherals, and network-connected devices used for daily meetings and corporate events
Configure, monitor, and support Microsoft Teams Rooms, Microsoft 365, webinar platforms, and room scheduling integrations
Operate cameras, microphones, wireless receivers, audio systems, video switchers, presentation systems, and recording equipment for live and hybrid events
Coordinate technical planning, system checks, speaker rehearsals, show flow, backup options, live production, and post-event reviews
Diagnose signal flow, audio DSP, AV-over-IP, endpoint, application, network, and interoperability issues and drive problems through resolution
Perform preventive maintenance, firmware updates, equipment validation, room readiness checks, and lifecycle planning
Create and maintain system diagrams, signal-flow documentation, support runbooks, standard operating procedures, equipment inventories, and event readiness checklists
Provide professional onsite support for executives, business leaders, and high-visibility meetings while maintaining a strong customer experience
Coordinate with Facilities, Security, Infrastructure, vendors, and event stakeholders on room deployments, upgrades, repairs, office moves, and new construction projects
Manage AV incidents, requests, problems, and changes using established IT Service Management practices and document root cause and corrective actions
Train IT support staff and employees on collaboration tools, room technology, standard procedures, and basic troubleshooting
Skills

B.A./B.S. in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Audio Engineering, Communications Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
5 or more years of hands-on experience supporting enterprise audiovisual systems, conference room technologies, and corporate or live events
Strong understanding of AV-over-IP, audio and video signal flow, audio DSPs, control systems, digital audio, and basic network protocols
Hands-on experience with Logitech, HP Poly, Biamp, Neat, Samsung commercial displays, Crestron, and Shure microphones and receivers
Experience administering or supporting Zoom Rooms, Microsoft Teams Rooms, Google Meet, Microsoft 365, webinars, and hybrid event platforms
Experience supporting IT Service Desk operations and applying structured incident, problem, and change troubleshooting practices
Ability to troubleshoot endpoints, applications, networks, cabling, peripherals, control systems, and platform interoperability issues
Experience supporting executive meetings and high-visibility events with professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical issues clearly to employees, leaders, and vendors
Strong organization, documentation, prioritization, and follow-through in a fast-paced environment

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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