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Summary

Installation Technician I assists in installing A/V systems integration equipment in educational and corporate environments across North America. The role supports creating exceptional learning environments by setting up audiovisual systems that empower educators and improve accessibility.

Key Responsibilities: Install wall mounts, brackets, whiteboards, projector screens, monitors, and projectors at client sites according to specifications. Test installed systems, perform basic troubleshooting, communicate work status to the Lead Installer, and maintain safe work environments through site and vehicle organization.
Skills & Tools: Proficiency with hand and power tools, strong communication and organizational abilities, basic mathematical skills, problem-solving aptitude, and teamwork orientation. Ability to work at heights up to 25+ feet, operate lifts and scaffolding, and lift up to 80 pounds occasionally.
Qualifications: High school diploma required with demonstrated comfort using tools and solving problems. No prior installation experience explicitly required, though the role involves hands-on technical work under supervision of a Lead Installer.
Location: Des Moines, Iowa, United States; primarily on-site at client locations with daily travel required; occasional overnight travel in-state and out-of-state.
Compensation: Estimated: $38,000 – $48,000/year based on entry-level technical role, Midwest location, and high school diploma requirement.

Job Description

Magic happens when the right people and resources come together to create something greater than the sum of its parts. As North America’s largest learning catalyst, Bluum is rooted in the belief that education is the single most achievable step toward a more positive and equitable tomorrow. Our employees are driven BY a single mission – to improve learning and make it more accessible. From the personalized support and services, we provide to the hand-picked products we use that create make exceptional learning environments, everything we touch, say or do empowers educators to make a difference. Learn more about how we are cultivating possibility at Bluum!

Summary

The primary responsibility of this position is to assist the Lead Installer in the installation of A/V systems integration equipment in accordance with the proposed spec and system design at the Client’s site. This installation work shall comply with Bluum’s Field Operations Manual standards and the current National Electrical Code.

Essential Functions and Job Duties

• Install equipment on customer site(s) in accordance with the proposal specifications and design.

• Installing wall mounts and brackets

• Installing white boards and projector screens

• Installing monitors and projectors

• Testing of all installed systems (using supplied test equipment)

• Performing basic troubleshooting (using supplied test equipment)

• Verbal communication of work status to the Project Lead Installer

• Cleaning and organizing the work van / work site to maintain safe work environment

• Assist with Crew’s inventory control

Experience, Education, Skills, and Competencies

• High School Diploma

• Communication 

• Organization 

• Mathematical skills

• Comfortable with tools

• Problem solving

• Teamwork

Typical Projects

• K-12 packages/Corporate packages

• Digital signage

• Sound masking

• Wire pulling

• Mobile cart builds

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel Requirements

Installation Techs are on-site resources, day-to-day travel is required. A company vehicle or vehicle allowance will be provided for regional work. There are going to times where overnights will be required (both in state and out of state).

Work Environment

On-site. Installers will spend most days on client site. These sites can vary from office spaces, classrooms, auditoriums, churches, correctional facilities. In addition to on-site work, Installers will also spend time In-house working on rack builds and staging jobs.

Physical Demands

Must be able to operate various hand tools and power tools. Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolding, stairs and operate lifts (single person, scissor lifts). Must be able to work at heights equal too if not greater than 25’. Must be able to work in confined spaces and in proximity to loud noises. Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move up to 50 pounds regularly, and up to if not greater than 80 pounds occasionally.  

Bluum is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing inclusive, accessible and barrier free employment practices. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. 

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