Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
Build Your Career in AV – Work with Technology, Solve Challenges, and Keep Growing
About Us
ForTech Solutions Inc. is a leading audio-visual integration company with over 20 years of experience specializing in custom AV design, integration, installation, and service. We deliver advanced AV, automation, and integrated technology solutions for high-end residential, private commercial, and public-sector projects.
Why Join ForTech?
We are looking for a motivated, experienced AV Installation Technician who enjoys solving technical challenges, takes pride in quality workmanship, and is excited to grow alongside evolving technology.
If you're someone who takes initiative, embraces challenges, isn't afraid to learn from mistakes, and wants to make a difference, we want you on our team.
At ForTech, we value ownership, continuous learning, teamwork, and people who look for better ways to get things done.
Responsibilities
- Install, configure, test, and troubleshoot residential and commercial AV, automation, and low-voltage systems.
- Read and interpret AV engineering drawings, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and construction documentation.
- Perform structured cabling, including cable pulling, termination, labeling, and testing of category, fiber-optic, and AV cabling.
- Build, wire, dress, and install professional AV equipment racks following industry standards.
- Install and integrate AV equipment, including displays, projectors, speakers, amplifiers, control systems, video conferencing equipment, and network-connected devices.
- Troubleshoot audio, video, control, and network-related issues, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
- Follow applicable NEC, BICSI, AVIXA, and manufacturer installation standards.
- Utilize modern digital tools, including AI-assisted resources, for technical research, troubleshooting, documentation, and improving work efficiency.
- Maintain accurate daily work reports, project updates, and technical documentation using company systems.
- Coordinate effectively with project managers, fellow technicians, customers, and other trades on job sites.
- Maintain organized, clean, and safe work environments while ensuring high-quality installations.
- Take ownership of assigned tasks, proactively communicate challenges, and contribute to continuous improvements in installation practices.
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in low-voltage and AV installation, preferably with commercial AV systems.
- Strong understanding of AV system installation, rack wiring, signal flow, and equipment integration.
- Good knowledge of networking fundamentals, including IP addressing, network configuration, and troubleshooting network-connected AV devices.
- Experience with AV-over-IP systems and modern collaboration/video conferencing technologies is a plus.
- Familiarity with industry platforms such as Crestron, Control4, Q-SYS, Biamp, and Lutron is preferred.
- Ability to read and understand AV engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and construction blueprints.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Comfortable using computers, mobile applications, digital documentation systems, and modern technology tools.
- Willingness to learn and responsibly use AI-powered tools to support technical work, research, and productivity.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
- Self-motivated, dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering quality work.
- Willingness to continuously develop technical skills, learn new systems, and adapt to emerging AV technologies.
- Must have personal hand tools and appropriate trade tools.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation, and work flexible hours when project requirements demand.