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AUDIO VIDEO SPECIALISTS

Installation Lead Location:

Elgin, IL (Fox Valley and Chicago suburbs)

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Type:

Full-time About Audio Video Specialists Since 2004, Audio Video Specialists has designed and installed technology that makes homes and businesses more comfortable, secure and fun to be in. We're a family-owned integrator with offices in Elgin, IL and Fort Myers, FL, serving St. Charles, Geneva, Batavia, Elgin, Elburn and the surrounding Fox Valley. Our work spans home theaters and media rooms, whole-house and outdoor audio, smart home automation, security, golf simulators, RoseWater whole-home power, and commercial conference rooms and sound masking. We build everything around three ideas: technology, design and experience. And we stick around after the install, because that's where long client relationships are made. The Role We're hiring an Installation Lead to run our job sites and turn signed proposals into finished, rock-solid systems. You'll lead a small crew of technicians, own the quality of every install you touch, and be the face of AVS in clients' homes from rough-in through final walkthrough. This is a hands-on leadership role. You'll still pull wire, terminate, rack and program alongside your team, but you'll also plan the day, coach newer techs, and keep sales and project management in the loop. If your racks look so clean that clients ask to show them off to guests, we'd like to meet you. What You'll Do Lead a crew of installation technicians on residential and commercial job sites, assigning tasks and keeping work on schedule Review proposals, drawings and D-Tools Cloud project documentation before each job, and flag scope or equipment issues early Perform and oversee prewire, trim-out and finish work for home theaters, media rooms, whole-house audio, automation, lighting control, shading, networking and security Build and dress equipment racks to AVS standards, with clean cable management and clear labeling Install, configure and test displays, projectors, speakers, control systems and network equipment Coordinate on site with builders, electricians and other trades to keep projects moving Complete client walkthroughs and system training, and make sure every client knows how to use what we installed Train and mentor junior technicians, and model safe, respectful job-site habits Keep accurate job notes, time and as-built documentation, and communicate status to project management and sales Support service calls and troubleshooting on existing systems as needed What You Bring Required 4+ years of hands-on experience in residential or commercial AV installation, including at least 1 year leading a crew or running jobs Strong knowledge of low-voltage wiring, termination, rack building, speaker and display installation, and home networking Ability to read floor plans, wiring diagrams and system schematics Experience with control and automation systems, including setup and basic programming Clear communication with clients, builders and teammates, and a professional presence in high-end homes Comfortable on ladders, in attics and crawlspaces, and lifting up to 50 lbs Valid driver's license, clean driving record and reliable transportation Nice to have CEDIA certification or equivalent manufacturer training Programming experience with Elan, Control4, Savant, URC, Lutron or similar platforms Networking experience with Ubiquiti, Araknis, Pakedge or similar Experience with D-Tools or similar project documentation software Commercial AV experience (conference rooms, sound masking, DSP) What We Offer Competitive hourly pay or salary based on experience, plus overtime opportunities Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement for job-site travel Health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off Paid manufacturer and CEDIA training, with a clear path to grow Quality tools and test equipment provided A family-owned team where you'll know the owners by name, and they'll know yours How to Apply Send your resume and a photo of the cleanest rack you've ever built to Jeff@audiovideospecialists.net, or call our Elgin office at 847.841.3888. Audio Video Specialists is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay:

$26.06 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person