Installation Tech (Journeyman) (AV Technology)

TL;DR

Installation Tech (Journeyman) (AV Technology): Installing and supervising audiovisual technology systems across client construction sites in the Pacific Northwest with an accent on displays, projectors, loudspeakers, cabling, fiber optics, and equipment racks. Focus on leading installation crews, interpreting technical drawings, troubleshooting complex systems, and making independent field decisions under demanding project deadlines.

Location: Must live in the Portland metro area; frequent travel by car throughout the Pacific Northwest is required. A valid Oregon driver’s license, personal vehicle, and periodic overtime or weekend work may be required.

Salary: $36.49–$46.39 per hour.

Company

hirify.global designs and builds audiovisual and media technology environments for corporate, entertainment, sports, retail, and government clients.

What you will do

• Lead and delegate work to installation crews, subcontractors, and union trades on complex projects.
• Install displays, projectors, speakers, microphones, equipment racks, cabling, and other audiovisual systems.
• Terminate, label, test, repair, and manage copper and fiber-optic cabling.
• Build and wire custom panels and prepare equipment racks from engineering drawings.
• Interpret functional design drawings and cable riser diagrams while coordinating with project managers, superintendents, clients, and contractors.
• Oversee field quality, materials, tools, documentation, safety, and daily project reporting.

Requirements

• Five or more years of installation technician or related industry experience, including at least three years as an associate or fabrication technician.
• AVIXA CTS and OSHA 30 certifications are required.
• Must live in the Portland metro area and hold a valid Oregon driver’s license.
• Experience with audiovisual and networking equipment, low-voltage electrical concepts, advanced carpentry, installation, and power tools.
• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve technical problems independently.
• Ability to work safely on construction sites, climb ladders, use stairs, and lift or move materials up to 40 pounds.

Nice to have

• AVIXA CTS-I certification.
• Additional certifications related to the position’s technology focus.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative and flexible work environment focused on diversity, inclusion, and innovation.
• Medical, dental, vision, HSA, HRA, and flexible spending account options.
• Company-paid life, accidental death and dismemberment, disability, and employee assistance benefits.
• Three weeks of paid time off, company holidays, and floating holidays.
• 401(k) with company match, paid maternity leave, commuter benefits, and additional voluntary insurance options.