AV Technician Level 1

The AV Technician I is an entry-level position for a motivated individual looking to build a career in luxury residential technology. You are the "boots on the ground" responsible for the physical infrastructure that powers our smart homes.
Your primary focus is on quality craftsmanship: running cable, terminating wires, and installing hardware with precision. This is a learning role; you will work alongside a Lead Technician to develop the skills necessary to advance your career in this industry.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Infrastructure & Pre-Wire

• Structured Cabling: Pull, route, and label low-voltage cabling (CAT6, Speaker Wire, Fiber, Cresnet) during the construction phase of a home.

• Termination: Accurately terminate and verify  network tips(RJ45), speaker connections, and .

• Retrofit Work: Carefully fish wires through existing walls, attics, and crawl spaces with minimal impact to the client’s home.

Device Installation

• Mounting Hardware: Install mounting brackets for TVs, projectors, and architectural speakers, ensuring they are perfectly level and securely anchored to studs.

• Device Placement: Install Wireless Access Points (WAPs), touch panels, and keypads according to the engineering plan.

• Rack Assembly: Assist senior techs in building AV racks, including installing shelves, lacing bars, and managing power cords for a clean aesthetic.

Job Site Operations

• Site Hygiene: Maintain a clean workspace. Vacuum dust immediately after drilling and protect client furniture with drop cloths.

• Inventory: Assist in unloading vans, checking in equipment deliveries, and ensuring all parts required for the day are on-site.

• Safety: Adhere to all OSHA safety guidelines, including proper ladder usage and PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) compliance.

Learning & Support

• Assistant Role: Act as the "right hand" to the Lead Technician, anticipating their needs (handing tools, managing trash) to keep the project moving efficiently.

• Skill Development: Actively learn the basics of AV signal flow, network topology, and Crestron Home hardware to prepare for advancement to Level II.