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Audiovisual Design Engineer – Troy, MI

NBS is currently looking for an Audiovisual Design Engineer. We are interested in finding the right, long-term team member who is self-directed, organized, process oriented, and has strong communication skills.

What Will You Be Doing?

This position works collaboratively with sales team members to support audiovisual sales efforts through design services and client-facing interactions. This position also has the overall responsibility of working closely with other team members, clients, end users, vendors, and third-party audiovisual architecture and engineering firms to design and evaluate audiovisual systems for use in meeting and presentation rooms, video conferencing rooms and auditoriums. Some of the primary job duties of this position include:

• Serving as interface with clients; responsible for communications with client and subcontractors.
• Reviewing pre-construction design and documentation and assisting with technical design and pricing for proposals, as needed.
• Designing major components or major portions of a functional AV system to develop or improve products and facilitate manufacturing operations.
• Developing basic data and making preliminary layouts, sketches, and notes necessary to present design proposal.
• Investigating pertinent design factors such as ease of manufacture, availability of materials and equipment, interchangeability; replaceability, strength-weight efficiency, and contractual specification requirements and cost.
• Creating flowcharts of complex assemblies and detailing parts of devices, mechanisms, and structures.
• Audio DSP programming, setup, testing and calibration of room audio within a variety of size, scale, and scope projects.
• Assisting in the audit and labor quoting process by checking completed layouts and drawings for clarity, completeness, conformity to standards, procedures, specifications, and accuracy; recommending revisions and/or improvements to responsible engineers/designers when design errors, omissions, and other deficiencies are identified.
• Providing structural and Mechanical Electrical Planning (MEP) coordination; coordinating conduit and electrical requirements.
• Determining equipment requirements and cost analyses for installations, ranging from simple to broad complexity.
• Interfacing with project managers and site technicians to ensure quality end-product results consistent with design intent.
• Developing, organizing, and maintaining standard operational procedures (including regular maintenance requirements) and workflow processes and procedures for AV systems and clients.
• Contributing to, reviewing and approving system descriptions; responsible for job documentation as needed.
• Identifying all cabling and miscellaneous materials needed for projects. Designing wall plates and overlays.
• Researching and recommending capital purchases to maintain or increase capacity and productivity of operations (hardware/software and D-Tools).
• Meeting with vendors / prospective vendors to help evaluate products as needed.

Do You Have The Experience, Knowledge, and Skills We’re Looking For?

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience designing audiovisual systems
• Extensive experience and proficiency with D-Tool software and Mechanical Electrical Planning
• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to read and interpret audiovisual system drawings, schematics, construction plans, maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Assertive, resourceful, and self-motivated; willing to ask questions, take initiative and communicate clearly.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously while working to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have a high attention to detail with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively, as a member of a team, and independently with little supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as strong presentation skills and ability to explain design intent.

Does this sound like something you could excel at and enjoy? Then let us know by sending your resume to hr@yournbs.com. Pre-employment testing, including a drug screen and background check, will be required prior to hire.

NBS participates in E-Verify. Once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9, we will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Audiovisual Service Technician – Troy, MI

NBS is currently looking for an Audiovisual Service Technician.  We are interested in finding the right, long-term team member who is self-directed, organized, process oriented, and has strong communication skills.

What Will You Be Doing?

This position has the overall responsibility of providing our clients with on-site service support through preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs.  Some of the primary job duties of this position include:

• Reading and interpreting electronic schematics and architectural blueprints.
• Performing preventative maintenance to maintain a stable client-based system.
• Cleaning various AV equipment including but not limited to camera lenses, monitors and equipment fans.
• Completing accurate job documentation as needed.
• Installing control programs (Extron/Crestron/Firmware) – upload and download capability.
• Providing service support of networked devices (Routers, IP Protocols, etc.).
• Performing service tasks that include but are not limited to pulling cable, installing connectors, mounting projectors, and hanging ceiling mounts.
• Providing training and support for next level service technicians.
• Providing end-user training as needed.
• Setting up and troubleshooting various video codecs/video teleconferencing systems.
• Cleaning the shop and all surrounding work areas.
• Maintaining a clean and safe job site, including final clean-up.
• Maintaining and ensuring the proper tools are available to perform all job duties.
• Conducting basic problem solving and troubleshooting for issues that may arise during an installation or service call.
• Providing daily field reporting to Lead Technician or AV Foreman.
• Travelling to client sites and other NBS offices required.

Do You Have The Experience, Knowledge and Skills We’re Looking For?

• Minimum of 1–3 years of audiovisual integration experience is preferred.
• Formal education in electronics or a related field is preferred.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.
• Experience safely using hand and power tools; including the ability to solder and crimp connectors.
• Basic computer knowledge; preferably utilizing Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Knowledge of basic signal flow for audio, video, and control.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Must be self-motivated with strong attention to detail and exhibit positive can-do attitude.
• Must possess excellent communication, organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage projects, meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to effectively work individually or in a team environment.
• Consistently demonstrate a professional demeanor, appearance, and attitude.

Does this sound like something you could excel at and enjoy?  Then let us know by sending your resume to hr@yournbs.com.  Pre-employment testing, including a drug screen and background check, will be required prior to hire.

NBS participates in E-Verify.  Once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9, we will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Office Furniture Installer – Troy, MI

NBS is currently looking for a Furniture Installer. We are interested in finding the right, long-term team member who is looking for something more than just a job and wants to be part of a team that includes the best and brightest people in our industry. We are interested in someone who is goal-oriented and driven to get things done, with proven mechanical ability and a great attitude.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Loading furniture orders onto truck and delivering product to customers; completing furniture assembly/ installation as per installation specifications to meet customer expectation; inspecting furniture for proper operability according to manufacturer’s guidelines.
• Installing all types of freestanding furniture and panel and modular systems; including placement, leveling, wipe-down, and touching-up of metal and wood furniture at customer location.
• Completing all required furniture service/repair paperwork.
• Removing all trash from jobsites and leaving them clean and wiped down.
• Following all safety procedures in the performance of job duties.
• Ensuring the overall cleanliness of the trucks and tools used by the department and being responsible for completion of annual DOT physical.
• Interacting daily with customers, other team members, and warehouse management.

Physical Demands
Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work requires physical effort and use of motor skills requiring manual dexterity. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push/pull, or balance weight for extended periods of time. Employee must frequently lift, push, or pull boxes/merchandise weighing between 70 pounds and 100 pounds.  With mechanical assistance, employee will occasionally move up to 300 pounds. Employee will regularly drive a delivery truck and must be able to enter and exit the truck throughout the day. Regularly operate warehouse equipment that requires manual dexterity and use of lightweight tools requiring some coordinated movements. Activities include using a forklift or pallet jack to move furniture; and lightweight tools to assemble, install or repair furniture.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Drive delivery routes in all types of weather. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly operates lightweight tools. Using proper safety procedures will eliminate any potential hazards. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Do You Have the Experience, Knowledge, and Abilities We’re Looking For?

• 2-5 years of furniture installation experience.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 100 lbs.
• Willingness to work overtime when needed.
• A valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Prior experience working with Steelcase furniture is preferred.
• Experience with hand truck/dolly type equipment and using hand/electrical tools to assemble furniture.
• Ability to meet physical demands listed.
• Experience driving lightweight trucks preferred.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to read construction blueprints and installation drawings.
• Demonstrated competence related to writing installation project and problem reports.
• Excellent customer service skills, conducting customer contact in a professional and courteous manner.

Does this sound like something you could excel at and enjoy? Then let us know by sending your resume to hr@yournbs.com.

Pre-employment testing, including a drug screen, DOT exam and background check, will be required prior to hire.

NBS participates in E-Verify. Once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9, we will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.