About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role overview

This is an entry-level, contract-to-hire Junior AV Engineer position based onsite in Andover, MA. The confidential client is looking for a motivated candidate with a technical mindset who wants hands-on training and career growth in audiovisual (AV) systems design, deployment, and support. This role partners closely with systems engineers, project managers, sales, and field technicians supporting corporate, higher-education, and healthcare clients across the region.

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What You’ll Do

• Assist in designing audiovisual systems for conference rooms, classrooms, training spaces, and corporate environments
• Support creation of proposals, equipment lists, and project documentation
• Coordinate with drafting and design teams on system drawings and layouts
• Participate in client meetings to gather requirements and scope work
• Review and update system drawings and technical documentation
• Conduct site visits to document construction progress and identify field installation considerations
• Stage and test AV equipment prior to deployment
• Support installation teams with technical guidance and troubleshooting
• Research products and support technical solution development
• Collaborate with engineering, sales, project management, and field operations teams

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What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (technical diploma, certifications, or relevant hands-on work)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented with solid organizational and follow-up skills
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office; familiarity with Windows environments
• Demonstrated interest in technology and eagerness to learn AV, networking, and design tools
• Ability to work effectively on a team and follow project processes

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Preferred Qualifications

Experience or exposure to any of the following will help you ramp quickly:

• Audiovisual technology or AV technician experience
• IT support / help desk experience
• Networking fundamentals (basic IP networking)
• Conference room technologies and control systems
• Microsoft Teams Rooms or Zoom Rooms
• CAD tools such as AutoCAD or Revit
• Hands-on technical troubleshooting
• Commercial construction, low-voltage wiring, or field installation

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What You’ll Learn

This role is structured for training and career development. Typical learning outcomes include:

• AV system design principles and signal flow
• Conference room technologies, displays, microphones, speakers, and control systems
• CAD and design documentation practices
• Project coordination and documentation for AV deployments
• Preparation for industry certifications such as CTS (Certified Technology Specialist)

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Career Growth

Successful hires often progress to roles such as:

• AV Systems Engineer
• AV Design Engineer
• Sales Engineer / Solutions Engineer

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Job Type & Location

• Employment type: Contract-to-Hire (6-month contract-to-hire)
• Location: Andover, MA (onsite)

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Pay & Benefits

• Pay range: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour (final offer depends on qualifications, experience, and other job-related factors)
• Possible benefits (subject to eligibility and role classification): medical, dental & vision; 401(k); life insurance; disability coverage; HSA; transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; PTO and leave options.

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Workplace Type & Application Deadline

• Workplace: Fully onsite in Andover, MA
• Anticipated application deadline: Sep 15, 2026

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Legal & Hiring Notes

• This posting is managed by Careertakes on behalf of a confidential client. The confidential client is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all applicants without regard to protected characteristics.
• Massachusetts applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.
• Use of AI: AI tools may be used to support parts of the hiring process (sourcing, screening, or evaluating candidates). These tools assist reviewers but do not replace human decision-making.

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About the Confidential Client

The confidential client is a provider of engineering and technology solutions that delivers design, project delivery, and support services for AV and workplace technology. This role provides exposure to full project lifecycles and mentorship from experienced systems engineers and field staff.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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