Audio Visual Installation Engineer

OVERVIEW   

CoStar delivers real-time, verified commercial real estate data that helps clients confidently spot great opportunities and make smart choices ahead of competitors. By combining the power of CoStar’s independent research organization – the industry’s largest – with global data delivery, software, and application solutions, clients can act on opportunities with confidence.  

Our current global collaboration and customer engagement architecture supports 120 offices in the U.S., Spain, Germany, Singapore, China, France and the UK.  The current and future infrastructure includes: 

• 170 Polycom endpoints and a 300-port RMX 

• Convert 380 conference rooms to Microsoft MTR 

• Design, build & support 50 plus large format monitors 

• Build & support 30 plus large presentation auditoriums 

• Support - Microsoft Teams, Zoom rooms 

• Design & install of at least 5 office moves annual 

• Design & build & configure large building A\V installation of new Richmond VA office campus 

• Support multiple off site large product conferences and sales conferences 

• 6 data centers, 3,000 VM hosts, F5 load balancers, Checkpoint firewalls 

CoStar Group is currently seeking an experienced and professional Audio-Visual Install Engineer. The Audio-Visual Install Engineer will be responsible for assisting in the installation of our 400 + worldwide conference rooms. 

This role is based in our Orange County, CA office and would be 5 days a week in office. 

Travel: This position will require travel to our multiple offices across the country and some international travel maybe required. 

RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Install monitors, A\V wall racks, speakers, cameras and audio systems 

• Install Mics and Biamp speaker systems in medium to large conference rooms. 

• Wire and terminate A/V racks, interfaces and touch panels. 

• Assist with device mounting, speaker installation, network and telephone jacking, patch panel and punch block termination and all parameters of pre-final installation work. 

• Strong understanding of A/V fundamentals (equipment functionality, wiring terminations, rack fabrication) 

• Familiarity and understanding of AutoCAD schematics, blueprints, elevations and floor plans. 

• Ability to work well both independently and with a team. 

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects. 

• Capability to hang flat screens, speakers and projection screens from walls or ceilings. 

• Perform ad-hoc system configuration, leveling, and wiring. 

• Prefabricate and provide QA inspection of systems prior to shipping for installation. 

• Build A\V rack systems by installing PCs, video switches and streaming players and connecting and labeling devices. 

• The position will build A/V racks to a specified standard and travel to remote offices to install the equipment. This position is a 65% traveling position where employee will travel to many NFL cities. 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS 

• 3+ years of related experience in installing A\V conference room equipment 

• 3+ years of configuration and trouble-shooting experience, preferably with A/V equipment 

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited, not-for profit university or college. 

• Ability to use hand and power tools in a safe and efficient manner 

• Effectively communicate with employees and colleagues. 

• Ability to evaluate conference room conditions to install monitors, racks, speakers and implement appropriate support systems and backing to support equipment. 

• Ability to install or move 110 Volt power. 

• Ability to patch wall board and paint walls 

• Ability to terminate Cat 6 patch panel and jacks 

• Ability to work and think independently towards meeting project deadlines and troubleshooting. 

• A track record of commitment to prior employers.  
    

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS  

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise good judgment 

• CAD and Visio skills 

• Detailed-oriented and ability to handle multiple tasks 

• Strong oral and written communication skills 

• Solid problem solving and consultative skills in a fast-paced environment 

• Solid organizational skills, including multitasking and time-management 

• Ability to work with and communicate effectively with subcontractors, engineering staff, consultants, and designers. 

• Ability to perform under-pressure 

• Able and willing to work early and late and weekend hours as needed 

WHATS IN IT FOR YOU: 

Working at CoStar Group means youll enjoy a culture of collaboration and innovation that attracts the best and brightest across a broad range of disciplines. In addition to generous compensation and performance-based incentives, youll be supported in both your professional and academic growth with internal training, tuition reimbursement, and an inter-office exchange program. 

Our benefits package includes (but is not limited to): 

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Medical / Vision / Dental / Prescription Drug 

• Life, legal, and supplementary insurance 

• Commuter and parking benefits 

• 401(K) retirement plan with matching contributions 

• Employee stock purchase plan 

• Paid time off 

• Tuition reimbursement 

• On-site fitness center and/or reimbursed fitness center membership costs (location dependent), with yoga studio, Pelotons, personal training, group exercise classes, as well as Segways and bikes available for use during the day 

• Complimentary gourmet coffee, tea, hot chocolate, prepared foods, fresh fruit, and other healthy snacks