Audio Visual Installation Technician

Ascension Property Services•Asheville, NC

9d•$20 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

National Network Services (NNS) is seeking a skilled Audio Visual (AV) Installation Technician (Levels 1-3) to join our growing team. This role is responsible for installing, configuring, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning professional audio, video, lighting, and control systems for commercial customers throughout the United States. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with AV systems, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to travel extensively while supporting high-profile customer installations. This job description outlines three tiers within the Commercial Audio/Visual (AV) Installation Technician career path: Technician, Lead Technician, and Foreman. Each tier reflects increasing responsibility, leadership, and experience within commercial AV installation environments. Commercial AV Installation Technicians are responsible for the installation, termination, testing, and support of audio/visual systems in commercial environments. Technicians work as part of a field team to ensure systems are installed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project documentation and quality standards.

Requirements

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Ability to pass background checks and drug screening if required.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
Ability to work on ladders, lifts, and scaffolding.
Comfortable working in ceilings, crawl spaces, and construction environments.
Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and climb for extended periods.
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Good communication and customer service skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Reliable, punctual, and organized.
Willingness to travel to job sites and occasionally work overtime as project schedules require.
0–2 years of commercial AV, low-voltage, or related technical experience (for Technician tier)
3–6 years of commercial AV installation experience (for Lead Technician tier)
7+ years of commercial AV installation experience, including leadership roles (for Foreman tier)

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10 certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
CTS certification preferred (for Lead Technician tier)
CTS or CTS-I certification strongly preferred (for Foreman tier)

Responsibilities

Perform installation of AV equipment including displays, speakers, racks, and peripherals
Pull, terminate, and label low-voltage cabling (audio, video, control, network)
Assist with rack builds and equipment mounting
Follow drawings, scopes of work, and direction from Lead Technicians or Foremen
Maintain clean and organized job sites
Adhere to safety standards and company policies
Support testing and basic troubleshooting under supervision
Lead daily installation activities for assigned areas or systems
Interpret drawings, signal flow diagrams, and scopes of work
Coordinate work tasks for Technicians to meet schedule requirements
Perform advanced troubleshooting and system verification
Oversee rack fabrication, cable management, and equipment labeling
Communicate progress, issues, and material needs to the Foreman or Field Project Manager
Ensure installation quality meets company and industry standards
Mentor and train junior technicians
Manage day-to-day field operations for assigned projects or project phases
Supervise Lead Technicians and Technicians onsite
Coordinate labor activities to meet project schedules and milestones
Ensure materials, tools, and documentation are available onsite
Enforce safety practices and quality control standards
Act as the primary onsite point of contact for field coordination
Report daily progress, labor utilization, and issues to the Field Project Manager
Support commissioning activities and system turnover