Lead Audio Visual Technician

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Lead AV Technician to oversee the installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of professional audio visual systems across large scale commercial new construction projects. This role is responsible for leading field crews, maintaining quality control, and delivering fully integrated AV solutions using platforms such as Crestron, Extron, Biamp, Q SYS, and AMX. The Lead Technician will also handle system commissioning, troubleshooting, and communication across project stakeholders while mentoring junior technicians.

Schedule / Hours Expectation

• 7am start
• 40 to 45 hours weekly

Project Environment

• Branch work across corporate, retail, school, industrial, hospital and healthcare facilities
• Commercial AV new construction environments

Primary Functions of the Role

• Oversee AV installation crews and ensure all work is completed accurately, safely, and to industry standards
• Install, configure, and commission commercial AV systems including control platforms, DSPs, displays, and infrastructure
• Maintain quality control across rack builds, cabling, labeling, and documentation
• Perform system bring up, DSP tuning, control system testing, and final system verification
• Troubleshoot audio, video, control, and networked AV system issues
• Interpret AV schematics, risers, and engineered drawings
• Communicate progress and updates with project managers, engineers, and clients
• Mentor and train junior technicians in best practices and installation standards

Key Responsibilities

• Lead installation teams on commercial AV projects and ensure schedule and quality targets are met
• Install and configure AV systems including displays, projectors, DSPs, amplifiers, microphones, and control systems
• Build and wire equipment racks with clean cable management and proper labeling
• Perform and oversee low voltage cabling terminations including CAT5e, CAT6, coax, RG6, HD SDI, XLR, RCA, and 18/2
• Install and manage cable pathways including J hooks, D rings, and ladder racks
• Commission AV systems including programming support, DSP tuning, and system testing
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues across integrated AV systems
• Read and execute work based on blueprints, schematics, and project documentation
• Enforce safety standards and ensure site readiness at all times

Required Experience

• Leading AV installation crews on commercial new construction projects
• Commercial AV system installation including displays, projectors, DSPs, amplifiers, microphones, and control hardware
• Control system and DSP experience with Crestron, Extron, Biamp, Q SYS, and AMX
• Rack building, system wiring, labeling, and cable management
• Low voltage cabling and terminations including CAT5e, CAT6, coax, RG6, HD SDI, XLR, RCA, and 18/2
• Cable pathway installation including J hooks, D rings, and ladder racks
• System commissioning, testing, and verification
• Blueprint and schematic interpretation
• Troubleshooting integrated AV systems

Required Technology / Tools

• Experience with Crestron, Extron, QSC Q SYS, Biamp, and Dante is required
• Basic hand tools required

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required, technical degree preferred
• Minimum 3 plus years of commercial AV installation experience with at least 1 year in a lead role
• Strong understanding of AV signal flow, AV networking, and integrated control systems
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 preferred
• Avixa CTS certification preferred
• Ability to work on ladders, lifts, confined spaces, and lift up to 50 pounds

Project Alignment

• Commercial AV systems within corporate, retail, education, industrial, and healthcare environments