Level 1 AVL Installation Technician

Fresh Tech Integrated • Pittsburgh, PA

23h • Hybrid

About The Position

Fresh Tech is a growing AVL integration company that designs and builds audio, video, and lighting systems for churches. They are seeking a full-time Level 1 Installation Technician with AVL installation experience who is fast-moving, resourceful, and takes ownership of their work. The role involves working alongside Level 2 Technicians and Site Leads, executing installs, and assisting in training junior technicians. This position offers a defined growth path to Level 2 Technician and Site Lead, with support for AVIXA CTS certification. The company values transparency, ministry focus, future-forward solutions, people, and continuous improvement. Most work is local to western PA, with some travel required, but not for extended periods away from home.

Requirements

• Prior hands-on AVL installation experience, whether with an integrator, an in-house church AV team, or a comparable environment
• Ability to read and work from system drawings, rack elevations, and design documentation
• Working knowledge of signal flow fundamentals (audio, video, or both)
• Strong, safe proficiency with hand and power tools
• Detail-oriented, with a commitment to both quality and pace
• Takes ownership and follows through; communicates problems early
• Comfortable on ladders, lifts, and active construction sites
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Valid driver's license and insurable to drive company vehicles
• Alignment with our Core Values
• Active involvement in a local church is strongly preferred

Nice To Haves

• Experience with common AVL platforms such as Q-SYS, Dante, Crestron, ETC, or similar
• Basic networking knowledge: IP addressing, VLANs, switches
• AVIXA CTS or CTS-I certification (or interest in pursuing it; we'll support you)

Responsibilities

• Install AVL systems in houses of worship and ministry spaces, including audio, video, lighting, control, and networking infrastructure
• Pull, dress, terminate, and label AVL and network cabling to Fresh Tech standards
• Mount and install speakers, displays, lighting fixtures, rigging, and AV equipment
• Read and build from design drawings, rack elevations, and signal flow diagrams
• Build and wire equipment racks, in the shop and in the field
• Perform system checkout, continuity testing, and troubleshooting under the direction of the Site Lead
• Help with project prep: unboxing, burn-in, firmware updates, labeling, and staging
• Support on-site and remote service calls for existing client systems
• Mentor and support Entry Level Technicians and Apprentices on the job site
• Keep job sites clean, organized, and professional, and follow OSHA and Fresh Tech safety standards on every job

Benefits

• Medical (Highmark BCBS), dental (Guardian PPO), and vision (Guardian VSP), with Fresh Tech covering 75% of the employee-only premium
• 401(k) with up to a 4% company match that vests immediately
• 120 hours of PTO to start, growing with tenure
• 40 hours of sick time per year, separate from PTO
• 10 paid holidays
• CTS certification support
• A clear growth path to Level 2 Technician and Site Lead
• Benefits begin the first of the month after 30 days of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed