Audio Visual Lead Technician

HireSparks AV Recruiting•Danbury, CT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

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
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

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