AV Installation Technician

AV Installation Technician

Long Lake, MN (Serving the Minneapolis/St. Paul Metro Area)

Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Pay Range: $30–$40/hour (Based on Experience)

Direct Hire Opportunity

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking an experienced AV Installation Technician to join a premier custom integration company specializing in luxury residential and light commercial technology solutions. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands‑on installation work and takes pride in delivering high‑end audio/video, networking, security, and smart home systems.

The ideal candidate has experience installing structured wiring, audio/video equipment, networking devices, surveillance cameras, and home automation products while providing exceptional customer service in occupied homes and commercial environments.

• Install and terminate low‑voltage cabling including Cat5e, Cat6, speaker wire, fiber, and coaxial cable.
• Install and configure televisions, projectors, projection screens, soundbars, surround sound systems, amplifiers, receivers, and whole‑home audio systems.
• Build and organize AV equipment racks with professional cable management.
• Install and troubleshoot Wi‑Fi networks, access points, routers, switches, and structured wiring systems.
• Install surveillance cameras, video doorbells, access control, and security systems.
• Assist with installation of lighting control, motorized shades, and smart home automation systems.
• Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and system documentation to complete installations accurately.
• Test, troubleshoot, and verify proper system operation before project completion.
• Communicate professionally with homeowners, builders, project managers, and team members.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe job sites while following company quality standards.

• 3+ years of experience installing residential or commercial AV/low‑voltage systems.
• Experience pulling and terminating Cat5e/Cat6 cable.
• Familiarity with structured cabling and rack building.
• Experience mounting TVs, speakers, projectors, and AV equipment.
• Basic understanding of IP networking.
• Ability to read blueprints and wiring diagrams.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work on ladders, attics, and crawl spaces.

Experience with one or more of the following:

• Sonos
• Control4
• Lutron (RA3/Home Works)
• Uni Fi (Ubiquiti)
• Q‑SYS
• ELAN
• Savant
• Josh.ai
• Ring
• Hikvision
• Axis
• Samsung
• Sony

• Low Voltage Installation
• Structured Cabling
• Home Automation
• Networking
• AV Troubleshooting
• TV Mounting
• Rack Building
• Cable Termination
• Customer Service
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail

• Competitive hourly pay
• Full‑time, stable employment
• Opportunity to work with cutting‑edge smart home and commercial technology
• Ongoing manufacturer training and professional development
• Growth opportunities into Lead Technician or Project Management
• Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement (where applicable)
• Comprehensive benefits package

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