Gateway (A/V) Technician

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Job Summary

The Gateway Technician is responsible for Video Teleconferencing systems and maintenance of Audio Visual/Video Teleconferencing (AV/VTC) systems for nationwide and international Agency partners at Kennedy Space Center. The Gateway Technician sets up and maintains equipment for audio and video conferencing and teleconferencing meeting needs. The Gateway Technician also troubleshoots equipment and network configurations.

This is a represented staff position with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW).

Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide support for all network equipment related to the wide area network WAN as well as mission-related network equipment.
• Performs occasional validation tests; assists customers with setup and operation of hardware/software requirements during meetings.
• After installation of AV/VTC equipment, perform dry-runs test for customers. Verify full-motion video, graphics, and audio quality prior to the conference. Operate front, rear, and graphic cameras, audio level controls, record and playback equipment, and video scan converter.
• Performs configuration control of computer systems used for presentations.
• Records AV/VTCs and other official events as requested and archives recordings as required. Maintains facility usage reports, attendance lists, and produce reports as required.
• Provide recommendations on improved equipment reliability and conference quality.
• Make recommendations to improve work quality, efficiencies, and productivity.
• Adhere to OSHA, NASA, and Aetos safety requirements.
• May assist in training others

Required Minimum Education:

• High school diploma

Required Years of Experience:

• Four (4) years related experience or successful completion of a State or Military approved bona fide work-related apprenticeship program recognized by the US Department of Labor.

Required Skills, Qualifications, Technical Experience, Certifications, etc.:

• Two (2) years of experience with Cisco Routers and Switches is required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to meet background investigation requirements relevant to the position, consistent with applicable laws.
• Must be willing to comply with pre-employment and random drug testing, in accordance with company policy.
• Must hold and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license.

Physical Requirements

• Requires working indoors and outdoors.
• Often requires lifting to 35 - 50 pounds and working on uneven surfaces and standing for long periods.
• Requires repetitive movement, bending, stooping, twisting, and working in awkward positions.
• Lighting conditions may be inadequate in some work locations.
• Ability to recognize or interpret differences in wire and cable colors.
• Ability to receive and transmit auditory information using telecommunication or electronic devices.
• Must be able to work at height, ranging from in ladder to a tower and open Structure up to 300ft.
• Must be able to support overtime requirements, including weekend support.

Preferred Skills, Qualifications, Technical Experience, Certifications, etc.:

• Cisco Router and Switch experience, including Cisco iOS.
• CCNA Certification is desirable.

What we offer:

• Competitive salaries
• Education and professional development assistance
• Multiple healthcare benefit packages & 24/7 virtual on-demand doctors’ visits
• 401K
• Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Financial Wellness program
• Civic Leave – time off to support your favorite charity or community
• Paid time off for personal leave and holidays