Cabling and Audio Visual Installation Technician - Technology Department bei Lees Summit R-7 School District

2025-26 School Year

244 days/year

7.5 hours/day

Purpose Statement
The job of Cabling and Audio Visual Installation Technician is done for the purpose/s of providing cabling and audio  visual installation services with specific responsibility for identifying repair and/or replacement needs; installing, repairing, maintaining and upgrading network and audio visual systems and equipment; assisting other skilled trades; and ensuring that tools and materials are available at job site.

This job reports to assigned Supervisor

Essential Functions

• Analyzes blue prints, schematics, and drawings for the purpose of determining the efficient installation of new or upgraded systems.

• Coordinates with teachers, site administration, supervisor, Facilities, and other trades for the purpose of completing projects and work orders efficiently.

• Diagnoses causes of problems and/or failures for the purpose of repairing equipment and/or systems and identifying replacement needs.

• Fabricates/designs network infrastructure components (e.g. fiber, patch cables, room control systems, audiovisual input, etc.) for the purpose of meeting specialty needs and/or replacing unavailable parts and system configurations.

• Informs personnel regarding procedures and/or status of work orders for the purpose of providing information for making decisions, taking appropriate action, and/or complying with safety regulations.

• Installs and removes audio visual and network system components (e.g. TV’s, speakers, mounts, amplifiers, projectors, pulling and termination of cabling, switches, access points, back-up power supplies, etc.) for the purpose of providing enhanced and/or upgraded audiovisual input and/or network capabilities.

• Monitors network & audio visual components for the purpose of evaluating condition, identifying necessary repairs and recommending preventive maintenance.

• Participates in meetings, workshops, trainings, and seminars as assigned for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.

• Performs routine and preventive maintenance for the purpose of ensuring the ongoing functioning of network & audio visual systems.

• Prepares written materials (e.g. repair status, activity logs, procedures, documentation, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and/or conveying information.

• Requests equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of items required to complete the necessary installation and/or repair.

• Responds to emergency situations during and after hours for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.

• Trains other district staff (primarily within the technology level) for the purpose of ensuring their ability to use new and/or existing audiovisual systems and application software.

• Transports a variety of tools, equipment and supplies for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at job site.

Other Functions
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: methods, techniques, materials and tools used in installation, including power tools, basic electronics and electrical theory, and practices.

SKILLS are required to perform single, technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating equipment used in the repair and maintenance of electronic equipment; handling hazardous materials; adhering to safety practices; and operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities; gather and/or collate data; and consider a variety of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with specific, job-related data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Some problem solving may be required to identify issues and select action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is moderate to significant. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; displaying mechanical aptitude; and establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; providing information and/or advising others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization’s services.

Work Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and balancing, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 45% walking, 45% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

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Experience: Job related experience within specialized field is required.

Education: Targeted job related education that meets organization’s prerequisite requirements.

Required Testing: None Specified

Certificates and Licenses:  Journey Certificate in Assigned Trade, Valid Driver’s License & Evidence of Insurability

Continuing Educ. / Training: Continuing Education Requirements

Clearances:  Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

FLSA Status: Non Exempt