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Lead Audio Visual Technician

IES Communications
Roanoke, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/4/2026
Job Summary

The Project Lead - AV will be well rounded and experienced in commercial Audio/Visual systems. The Project Lead - AV should have strong industry knowledge of best practices and installation standards consistent with InfoComm/Avixa and manufacturer’s specifications. The Project Lead - AV must be proficient in reading and interpreting architectural drawings, specifically Reflected Ceiling Plans, Elevations, and AV Signal one-line drawings. The Project Lead - AV must be able to understand system function and determine the cable pull schedule from this information. The Project Lead - AV must maintain a professional and presentable appearance and be capable of communicating with both GC customers and owner-clients. The Project Lead - AV will lead a team of AV Technicians to complete jobs per customer and IES specifications.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

  • The Project Lead - AV will consistently run AV project crews, assume responsibility for effective performance and provide necessary Tech training, assume responsibility for adherence to Company and customer safety and quality guidelines, hold weekly safety meetings, initiate performance-related communications, and escalate to AV Project Manager if necessary.
  • The Project Lead - AV coordinates with AV Project Manager to ensure productivity, job completion, and compliance with the project budget.
  • The Project Lead - AV serves as main on-site customer contact for questions and/or concerns, attends facility, and construction meetings when required.
  • The Project Lead - AV performs work that consistently demonstrates a detailed level of technical knowledge, troubleshoots, and resolves technical issues as they arise.
  • The Project Lead - AV will complete other responsibilities as assigned.


Min

USD $28.00/Hr.

Max

USD $35.00/Hr.

Qualifications

Physical and Mental Requirements:

  • Must have the ability to sit, stand, stoop, and bend for extended periods
  • Must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional, and help create, develop, and implement project process improvement(s).
  • Must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients, and business partners.
  • Must be able to act as the Company liaison for interface with customer representative(s).
  • Must possess proven problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills, and the ability to effectively read, write, and give oral presentation(s). Communication skills are required.
  • Must be able to work at heights, on a ladder, and in confined spaces, lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds.
  • Must be able to must be able to stand and walk very large job sites regularly.
  • Must be able to see and distinguish different colors, read the small print, and hear and recognize audible signals such as dial tones.
  • Must be able to travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.
  • Problem solving and troubleshooting skills and creative thinking are required.
  • Interact with employees, customers, and colleagues effectively on a professional level.
  • PC & Networking proficient (must already know your way around a computer)
  • Proficient with MS Office Suite
  • Regular attendance is mandatory


Education, Certification, License, And Skill Requirements

  • Must possess at least a high school diploma or GED equivalency
  • A formal education in electronics or a related field is preferred.
  • Excellent experience with audiovisual or other electro-mechanical installation techniques, or field servicing, for at least 3-years
  • Crestron programming experience is preferred.
  • Experience with video conferencing (Polycom or Cisco) systems is strongly preferred.
  • The following courses are required:
  • Extron AV Associate
  • Basics of Crestron
  • Crestron 101
  • InfoComm/Avixa AV Essentials
  • Biamp Tesira
  • Must have the ability to read schematic diagrams, and drawings
  • A qualified candidate will have experience with the following manufacturers and technology platforms:
  • Crestron Digital Media
  • Video Conferencing: Polycom, Cisco
  • Audio Conferencing: Biamp, ClearOne
  • Displays by Samsung, LG, NEC
  • Projectors by Epson, NEC, Christie Digital, Panasonic, Digital Projection, etc.
  • Screens by Da-Lite, Draper
  • Planar


Minimum Years Of Experience

4-6

License Required

No

Minimum Education

High School

Overview

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2024 fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, IES produced over $2.8 billion in revenue and employed over 9,485 employees at over 131 domestic locations across the United States. IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply

EEO Statement

PLEASE NO AGENCY CALLS.

NOTE TO ALL AGENCIES: Any unsolicited agency resumes or agency represented candidates that are presented to any IES employee without first having a signed contract between that agency and the IES Talent Acquisition organization will become the property of IES and no fees will be paid.

EEO & Affirmative Action

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

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Disability Accommodation

IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at (713) 860-1500 or any IES office to request assistance.

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