Audio Visual Lead Technician

Job Opportunity

AV Lead Technician – Commercial AV Integration

Location:

Connecticut (Regional travel required)

Employment Type:

Full-Time

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established commercial technology integration firm delivering high-quality audio-visual solutions for corporate environments. Known for strong field execution and technical expertise, they support complex AV deployments while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced AV Lead Technician to lead on-site installation teams and subcontractors on commercial AV projects. This role is hands-on and leadership-focused, ensuring installations are completed according to design specifications, industry standards, project schedules, and budget requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support on-site AV installation teams and subcontractors
• Coordinate staffing needs and ensure crews have the proper tools and resources
• Work closely with the AV Project Manager to request materials, track deliveries, and manage on-site logistics
• Record equipment serial numbers and manage on-site material inventory
• Track labor hours and material usage throughout the project lifecycle
• Maintain daily job journals, inventory logs, and field documentation to keep projects on schedule
• Perform daily on-site inspections to ensure work quality and compliance
• Provide technical support and guidance to field personnel
• Identify and communicate scope changes, equipment issues, or material failures to the AV Project Manager and design team
• Assist with field documentation, including as-built drawings, cable certification reports, and warranties
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors
• Stay current with emerging AV technologies and best practices
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred

3+ years of experience in commercial audio-visual installation

Strong working knowledge of commercial AV systems and infrastructure

Ability to read and interpret scopes of work, blueprints, and line drawings

Experience creating and configuring DSP files (QSC, Biamp preferred)

Experience loading, testing, and troubleshooting control systems and touch panels (Crestron, Extron)

OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour certification preferred

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Proven ability to lead teams and drive results in the field

Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple demands

Comfortable training and mentoring technicians

Strong customer-facing and teamwork skills

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

Physical & Work Environment

Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds

Ability to perform close-vision work

Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments, including active construction and customer sites