Installer Technician

Responsible for pre-wiring, installing, programming, and

maintenance of products and services ordered for structures
under construction, prior to and after placement of
walls/ceilings as well as existing structures for security
systems, smoke detectors, telephones, cable television,
CCTV, intercom systems, central vacuum systems, phone &
cable jacks, control panels, speakers, antennas, security
control boxes/panels, keypads, low voltage lighting, voice
activated systems, and audio/video systems.

TASKS
Install, move, and modify telecommunications and
related equipment, according to job order
specifications, standards, and procedures.

Diagnose equipment malfunctions.

Repair voice and data equipment

Maintain and report accurate records of hours and

materials used.

Report and monitor service order changes

Maintain and repair telecommunications systems and

equipment according to manufacturer recommendations
and specifications.

Perform additional functions incidental to technician

activities.

Install electrical and mechanical control mechanisms.

Install structured wiring and/or audio visual and

video data voice equipment.

Install central vacuum systems, surround sound, audio

and video equipment, structured wiring, fire and
intrusion alarm systems and intercom.

Train the customer on system use and how to obtain

system maintenance if needed.
 Run service calls and documents, compiling client
history and determine appropriate approach.

Maintain and troubleshoot systems.

Pre wire low voltage wiring in structures during

construction phase to N.E.C. standards w/o supervision

Terminate various low voltage wiring including RG-6,

RG-59, cat5, and speaker wire.

Use wire troubleshooting tools such as tracer/toner

and continuity testers

Read blueprints

Read product material for product knowledge advancement

Connect and troubleshoot single and multi zone speaker

distribution systems.

Understanding of frequency response

Familiar with audio equipment accessories including

speakers, amps, pre amps, receivers, etc.

Properly mount (secure, level, centered) various

equipment including plasma TV’s, projectors, volume
controls, in-wall speakers, etc.

Ability to lift ~60 lbs.

Calibrate the audio levels of a home theater using

sound level meters.

Proficient with IR based touch screen remotes

Connect infrared remote control routing systems using

IR receivers, IR repeaters, etc.

Understanding of HDTV and Digital surround formats

Connect and troubleshoot high end multi-zone

audio/video distribution systems.

Configure and program touch screen based whole house

control systems. Interface to other subsystems
including alarm systems, lighting control, HVAC
control, entry control, and automation systems.

Install high end home theaters, audio/video

distribution systems.