AV Technician - Service

Job Summary

The Technician installs residential or commercial automation systems, including AV, home theater, climate control, lighting, motorized shades/blinds, network and voice AI. Junior Technicians, in conjunction with Senior Techs and Project Managers, ensure that products are correctly installed and best practices are followed.

• Work with colleagues, contractors and clients to ensure procedures are followed, correct materials are available, project timelines are adhered to, and clients are satisfied.
• Successfully execute AV install projects from rough‑in phase through the finish phase including preparing the project space, running and terminating cabling, setting up local area networks, installing devices, hanging TVs, installing speakers, hanging shades, etc.
• Participate in the on‑call program.
• Follow safety practices and procedures, including job site maintenance and cleanliness procedures.
• Accurately document work and report back to managers.

• Ability to read and interpret construction documentation.
• Maintain a standard of appearance and behavior that reflects SAV Eyehear’s high level of professionalism.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3–5 years in AV or Security industries.

• Familiar with Crestron, Savant, Control4, and RTI.
• Familiar with Lutron and Vantage lighting systems.
• Solid understanding of networks.
• Training, education or hands‑on experience in the construction, electrical or AV industries.
• Experience interpreting blueprints, construction plan sets and architectural drawings.
• Knowledge of structural basics, including drilling studs, beams, etc., and basic installation techniques including opening sizes and device/component placement.
• Familiarity with basic wire dress, including final trim lengths and labeling.
• Familiarity with outside service provider drops including Telco, DSS, ISP, etc.
• Understanding of low‑voltage and signal flow and wired and wireless networks.

Degree of Supervision/Independence

• Close – frequent and detailed review of work. Instruction, advice and assistance readily available.

Decision Making Required / Freedom to Act

• Follows identified/documented procedures.

Physical Activity

Frequency
(N = Never, O = Occasionally, C = Constantly)

Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like C

Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces C

Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods O

Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another C

Adjusting or moving objects up to __ pounds in all directions O

Communicating with others to exchange information C

Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers C

Operating machinery and/or power tools C

Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment O

Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned C

Frequency
(N = Never, O = Occasionally, C = Constantly)

Low temperatures O

High temperatures O

Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind O

Noisy environments O

Hazardous conditions O

Poor ventilation O

Small and/or enclosed spaces O

No adverse environmental conditions expected N

Physical Demand Level

Selected

Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing

Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds

Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds X

Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more

• Formal and specialized paid training to increase your technological knowledge base
• Employer paid health insurance and life insurance
• Dental, vision, and family health insurance available
• $50/month cell phone stipend
• Paid time off
• Paid travel time to and from worksite locations
• 8 paid holidays and additional paid floating holiday after 1 year of service
• 401k
• Technician Milestone Program that provides career progression opportunities with advancement in skills and compensation
• Culture that engages and recognizes employees for individual and team accomplishments
• Company provided vehicle from office to the worksite