Field AV Installation Technician
US
About KARL STORZ
From the operating room to surgery centers and everywhere in between, KARL STORZ North America is a global leader in medical technology and advanced visualization solutions. We design specialty innovations, smart instruments and devices, integrated ecosystems, and intelligent imaging to build a more connected, software-enabled operating room. As an independent, family-owned MedTech company, we ambitiously think in generations instead of quarters to improve patients' lives around the world.
About the Role
The Field AV Installation Technician plays a critical role in delivering cutting-edge integrated operating room solutions to healthcare facilities across North America. This hands-on field position is responsible for deploying audio-visual, network-based, and software-enabled operating room integration systems within hospital and surgical environments. Working alongside a team of specialists and a Site Lead, you will help build the digital infrastructure that powers modern operating rooms through equipment installation, cabling, system configuration, and testing. This role is ideal for individuals with experience in AV installation, structured cabling, networking, or technical field services who enjoy travel, problem-solving, and supporting technologies that improve patient care.
Location: Remote, field-based role with openings in Washington DC, Baltimore, Philadelphia, Nashville, Atlanta, Detroit, and Orlando.
Travel: Up to 80% travel throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Travel to hospitals, operating rooms, laboratories, and surgery centers is required.
Schedule: Flexible hours may be required to meet customer and project needs, including early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends.
What You'll Do
- Deploy integrated operating room systems by installing, routing, terminating, and managing audio-visual, network, control, and power cabling.
- Configure software, network-connected devices, image capture systems, and supporting technologies that enable advanced operating room functionality.
- Partner with Site Leads and deployment teams to complete installations safely, efficiently, and in accordance with KARL STORZ installation standards, SOPs, and SLAs.
- Communicate effectively with customers, hospital personnel, project teams, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project execution and customer satisfaction.
- Utilize mobile technology, computers, and software applications to complete documentation, expense reporting, timesheets, credentialing requirements, and project records.
- Follow hospital protocols, safety requirements, and credentialing standards while working in sensitive healthcare environments.
- Participate in ongoing technical training programs to develop expertise in KARL STORZ OR integration systems, networking technologies, and deployment best practices.
What You Bring
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- 3 to 5 years of experience in structured cabling, audio-visual systems, networking, field service, low-voltage installation, medical device deployment, or a related technical field.
- Experience pulling, terminating, and managing cables in commercial, healthcare, or technology environments.
- Ability to use technical tools and equipment, including crimp tools, soldering equipment, voltmeters, and related installation tools.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with a customer-focused mindset.
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
- Ability to travel extensively and maintain all required hospital and healthcare credentialing requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in hospitals, operating rooms, healthcare construction projects, or Integrated OR environments.
- Basic understanding of fiber optic, CAT5/6, coaxial, copper, and multi-conductor cabling.
- Experience mounting displays, speakers, racks, and other professional AV equipment.
- Familiarity with control systems, network-connected devices, video routing systems, amplifiers, and recording solutions.
- Ability to read and interpret schematics, installation drawings, and technical documentation.
What Will Make You Successful
- A strong commitment to customer satisfaction and delivering high-quality installations on time.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team while taking ownership of assigned tasks and responsibilities.
- Adaptability and flexibility when priorities, schedules, and customer requirements change.
- A continuous improvement mindset with a willingness to learn new technologies and accept coaching.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail when managing documentation, expenses, equipment, and project deliverables.
- Professionalism in customer-facing environments, particularly within hospitals and surgical facilities.
- Commitment to safety, quality standards, and established business processes.
Why KARL STORZ?
Join KARL STORZ and be part of a team creating medical innovations that truly make a difference. Beyond technology, you'll be part of a culture that values talent as its greatest asset, empowering you to contribute to a mission that improves patient care worldwide.
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KARL STORZ is committed to maintaining a safe work environment for our employees and customers. Most field-based roles at KARL STORZ require hospital credentialing/health screens as a condition of employment. Credentialing can include required vaccinations, health screens & other requirements as outlined by our customers. During the interview process, we encourage you to ask how credentialing/health screens may impact the role you are seeking and if you require any reasonable accommodations regarding these requirements.
The pay range and/or hourly pay rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job posting and may be modified in the future. When determining a specific team member’s base salary and/or hourly pay rate, several factors will be considered including such things as location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, professional credentials, internal equity, and the amount budgeted for the role.
KARL STORZ is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills and unique experiences. To achieve this goal, we are committed to diverse voices, and all applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. KARL STORZ is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. Should you need assistance or accommodation please email us at taoperations@karlstorz.com.
