AV Technician 4 - Tysons, VA

M.C. Dean, Inc•Tysons, VA

About The Position

M.C. Dean is seeking an AV Technician 4 for its Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business unit. The team designs, engineers, integrates, operates, and maintains electronic security and technology systems—including intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audiovisual, IT systems, perimeter defense, and command and control systems—for federal, local, and commercial customers. The role performs field installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, configuration, testing, and commissioning of audiovisual and related systems. The technician works with project teams, other trades, customers, owners, and design teams, while supporting safety, quality, resource planning, documentation, and crew development. The position requires up to 50% travel and the ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance. The listed pay range is USD $36.00–$60.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 8 years of progressive experience in electronics installation and/or maintenance across multiple systems and customer programs.
At least 3 years of the stated experience focused on electronic security systems.
Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record; the role may involve ongoing or intermittent use of a company vehicle.
Ability to travel up to 50%.
Ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance; selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. citizenship, for access to classified information.
Strong oral, written, and presentation skills.
Demonstrated experience working with multidisciplinary teams.
Demonstrated time-management and organizational skills to meet deadlines and quality objectives.
Ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly and to relocate a 12-foot stepladder without assistance.
Ability to work at heights up to 60 feet and climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and ladders.
Ability to walk, climb, lift, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, and reach overhead routinely and repetitively.
Good vision, which may be corrected, ability to see color, and ability to hear and communicate in English.
Ability to use a standard ladder without exceeding its weight limit while carrying tools.
Ability to recognize when something is wrong or likely to go wrong, apply general rules to specific problems, combine information to form conclusions, see details at close range, and understand spoken information and ideas.

Nice To Haves

Vendor certifications in multiple IDS, ACS, and CCTV systems, including CCURE, Lenel, Identiv/Hirsch Velocity, Bosch Radionics, Bosch CCTV, Bosch BVMS, AIphone Intercom Systems, FFT, DIVAR, and Windows operating systems.
Experience installing the listed IDS, ACS, CCTV, intercom, and Windows systems.
Graduation from an accredited Electronics Technician program.
Graduation from an Electrical Apprenticeship program.
Strong Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills.

Responsibilities

Perform on-site installations, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of equipment and systems; conduct site surveys, configure hardware and software, test systems, and provide customer technical support.
Understand and use project safety plans, including JHA, AHA, and PFW, and enforce M.C. Dean handbook and policies.
Participate in reviews of design documentation and analyze drawing packages for constructability.
Track project metrics and participate in weekly resource allocation meetings; verify project timesheet charges.
Complete installation and maintenance activities within planned durations and provide detailed documentation.
Track and inventory tools, conduct tool inspections, and organize material ordering and receiving.
Conduct daily ORM meetings, ensure team compliance with safety requirements, and complete accident and incident reports.
Participate in creating and building out PITCO plans and execute them to support high-quality testing and installation.
Install system raceway, cabling, equipment racks, enclosures, and panels in accordance with industry standards.
Terminate, test, and configure electronic devices and network and IT equipment.
Manage base switch configurations, participate in server and workstation configuration, and troubleshoot programmable components.
Follow QC plans and checklists, conduct quality inspections, and document findings.
Install and maintain field devices, terminate and test system components, and troubleshoot copper and fiber-optic issues.
Lead commissioning efforts, track commissioning activities, and help represent M.C. Dean in meetings with owners and design teams.
Communicate consistently with M.C. Dean project teams, other trades, and customers.
Lead by example, provide constructive feedback, mentor crew members, and encourage strategic thinking and innovation.
Provide look-ahead planning for manpower assignment, material procurement and staging, and other resources.
Perform other duties, responsibilities, and activities as assigned.