IT TECHNICIAN - SR. IT TECHNICIAN - AV/Telecommunications
Southwest Research Institute
San Antonio, TX
IT TECHNICIAN - SR. IT TECHNICIAN - AV/Telecommunications
32-00681
Who We Are:
The Network, Telecommunications and AV team supports all aspects of SwRI's Enterprise network and telecommunications infrastructure. This includes core routing, switching, VoIP, wireless infrastructure, inside/outside plant, network performance monitoring and hybrid meeting services.
Objectives of this Role:
- Design and procure AV and Conferencing technologies to support Institute meeting rooms including auditoriums, conference rooms, training rooms and huddle spaces.
- Manage AV installation projects that require coordinating network, AV, telecommunication, facilities, and IT support components.
- Install and repair copper/fiber infrastructure and physical components of audio visual equipment.
- Support Institute staff with videoconferencing and multimedia presentation meeting needs.
- Schedule events; make technical and logistical arrangements for videoconferencing; coordinate and assist with meeting room arrangements.
- Operate, maintain and troubleshoot Institute AV equipment.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
- Operate, maintain and troubleshoot existing AV technologies and hardware. Repair as needed.
- Collaborate with teams from other IT disciplines to ensure delivery of AV/telecom services to support enterprise requirements.
- Recommend, purchase, configure and install equipment for new requirements and as required to maintain currency of technical capabilities.
- Create and maintain documentation and inventory of systems and equipment.
- Setup, coordinate and facilitate events and meetings with AV requirements.
- Occassional weekend or after hours work.
Requirements:
- Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Extron AV Associate and/or Extron Control Professional certifications are a plus.
- 3 years: Installation, operation and maintenance of audio-visual and multimedia technologies
- 3 years: Termination of copper network/AV cabling.
- 2 years: Designing new and recommending upgrades of existing meeting technology solutions
- Experience with Microsoft Office scheduling, presentation, meeting and diagraming software highly recommended (Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, Visio) Basic PC troubleshooting skills or experience in desktop support a plus.
- A valid/clear driver's license is required
Special Requirements:
Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.
Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas
Military Friendly: Your military experience may apply to this position
An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and veteran status.
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About the Company
Southwest Research Institute
We are R&D problem solvers providing independent, premier services to government and industry clients. Our multidisciplinary nature allows us to rapidly assemble diverse teams to tackle problems from multiple directions. We push the boundaries of science and technology to develop innovative solutions that advance the state of the art and improve human health and safety. Operating as a nonprofit since our 1947 inception, we work in the public’s best interest and toward the betterment of mankind. At SwRI, we tirelessly pursue innovation and excellence in science and technology for the betterment of humankind. We support work on nearly 4,000 client projects at any given time through a wide range of technical competencies with 2,574 staff members in nine technical divisions. Client services include, but are not limited to, Automotive and Transportation, Biomedical & Health, Chemistry & Materials, Computers and Electronics, Defense & Security, Earth & Space, Energy & Environment, and Manufacturing & Construction.
TECHNICAL DIVISIONS
- Applied Physics-Developing advanced electronic and microelectronic devices, power supplies, voice and data communication systems, robot test services, and payloads
- Applied Power-Using physical science research and applied engineering to produce sensors, instruments, and hardware used worldwide.
- Center for Nuclear Waste Regulatory Analyses-Resolving technical and regulatory issues related to a potential geologic repository for spent nuclear fule and high-level radioactive waste.
- Chemistry and Chemical Engineering-Performing research and technical services using chemistry and chemical engineering technology.
- Defense and & Intelligence Solutions-Providing advanced direction finding and tracking systems through geolocation system development.
- Fuels and Lubricants Research-Performing fuels and lubricants research activities to meet regulatory and competitive goals.
- Intelligent Systems-Providing engineering services in resaerch and development of complex systems and equipment.
- Mechanical Engineering-Improving safety, reliability, efficiency and life of new or existing mechanical components or systems.
- Powertrain Engineering-Designing and developing vehicle and engine components to achieve performance and emissions goals.
- Space Science & Engineering-Developing and managing advanced scientific payloads aboard satellites and sounding rockets.
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Innovation in science and technology has been a hallmark of Southwest Research Institute since its earliest days. It's no exaggeration to say we are committed to advancing science and applying technology to benefit government, industry, and all humankind. That is our mission. Our multidisciplinary, collaborative approach allows us to successfully solve clients' most challenging problems. Today, we are a leader among independent, nonprofit research and development organizations. Our staff of 2,574 scientists, engineers, analysts, and support staff members continues to accomplish outstanding fundamental and applied engineering and research for clients from diverse segments of government and industry. Adam L. Hamilton, P.E, President and CEO