Senior Audio Video Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Lead residential AV, smart home, networking, and surveillance projects from kickoff to completion
• Review proposals, plans, and scope of work to ensure accurate execution
• Cook with homeowners, builders, electricians, and other trades
• Manage job timelines, labor allocation, and material procurement
• Conduct site walks and progress meetings
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to company standards
• Perform and oversee pre-wiring, trim-out, and final installation
• Install and configure:
• Distributed audio systems (e.g., Sonos, Control4, etc.)
• Home theaters and media rooms
• TV mounting and structured wiring
• Networking equipment (routers, switches, access points)
• CCTV systems (IP cameras, NVRs, remote access setup)
• Smart home systems (lighting control, automation, water monitoring, etc.)
• Terminate, label, and test low-voltage wiring
• Rack build-out and clean cable management
• System programming and client handoff
• Supervise and mentor junior technicians
• Maintain high installation standards and jobsite cleanliness
• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients
• Conduct system walkthroughs and training at project completion
• Support service department with escalated troubleshooting when needed

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in residential AV, low-voltage, or smart home installation
• Proven experience managing projects and leading teams
• Strong knowledge of:
• Home networking fundamentals (IP addressing, VLANs, WiFi optimization)
• Distributed audio/video systems
• CCTV systems and remote access configuration
• Structured wiring best practices
• Ability to read blueprints and wiring schematics
• Clean, organized rack-building and cable management skills
• Strong troubleshooting abilities
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Preferred Certifications (not required but a plus):
• Control4, Savant, or Crestron certification
• Networking certifications (Ubiquiti, Araknis, Cisco, etc.)

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance bonuses
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance (if applicable)
• Paid time off
• Ongoing training and certification opportunities
• Career growth into senior operations or technical leadership roles