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Job Description
Lead Audiovisual Technician Audio Visual Technologies Group Stafford, TX Job Details Full-time $27 - $35 an hour 10 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Professional development assistance Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Saws Digital multimeters Measuring tapes Customer communication CTS-I Level Cable testers Construction safety management Power drills Soldering tools OSHA 10 Fastening tools OSHA 30 Troubleshooting audio issues VLAN Driver's License Wrenches Attention to detail Driving Voltage testers Safety standard operating procedures Telecommunications testing equipment
Full Job Description Lead AV Technician Company:
AVTG -
Audio Visual Technologies Group Location:
Houston / Greater Houston Job Sites
WHO WE ARE
Audio Visual Technologies Group (AVTG) is a trusted Texas-based integrator delivering professional audiovisual, control, and communication solutions since 1957. As part of the 3:5 Group, we support K-12, government, corporate, and public-sector clients with design, installation, commissioning, and long-term support. Our mission is to elevate the human experience through intelligent technology integration. We believe success begins with skilled leaders in the field — professionals who set the tone for quality, safety, and customer satisfaction on every project.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
The Lead AV Technician is responsible for overseeing installation crews, executing medium-to-large AV system deployments, ensuring technical accuracy, and delivering a professional customer experience. This role requires someone with strong hands-on installation skills, advanced troubleshooting abilities, and the capacity to lead technicians in a fast-paced environment. Day-to-Day Responsibilities Lead and coordinate installation activities for structured cabling, device mounting, rack fabrication, and system integration. Interpret complex schematics, risers, blueprints, and engineering documentation to guide the installation team. Perform and oversee terminations, soldering, network configuration, labeling, equipment mounting, and cable management. Conduct system testing, device configuration, power-up, signal flow verification, and onsite troubleshooting. Serve as the primary onsite point of contact for clients, contractors, inspectors, and project stakeholders. Ensure all work meets AVTG quality, safety, and documentation standards. Manage daily task assignments, material usage, jobsite cleanliness, and tool accountability. Mentor and train AV Technician I and II team members to support their professional growth. Communicate progress, risk items, and change conditions to the Project Manager. Drive between multiple job sites as needed and represent AVTG with professionalism.
ITEMS TO CONSIDER
Lead Technicians must be comfortable working in active construction environments and enforcing safety protocols. Projects may require flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, or overtime. Physical requirements include working on lifts, ladders, overhead installations, and carrying equipment.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING
FORMust-Haves Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills — able to direct crews and coordinate with clients, GCs, and trades. Advanced understanding of AV systems including displays, DSPs, microphones, cameras, switchers, amplifiers, control processors, and networking. Proven experience installing and terminating low-voltage cabling (Cat5e/6/6A, fiber, audio, control, video). Ability to independently troubleshoot AV, control, and network-related issues at the system level. Strong understanding of IP networking fundamentals: VLANs, PoE, addressing schemes, switch configuration basics, and streaming technologies. High attention to detail with the ability to read, interpret, and execute complex engineering drawings. Proven ability to manage time, resources, and personnel in a fast-paced field environment. Demonstrated commitment to safety and consistent adherence to OSHA and jobsite requirements. Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record. Required Personal Tools (Day-One Ready) Lead Technicians must possess a complete professional-grade tool set, including: Cordless drill/driver and impact set Comprehensive hand tools (drivers, pliers, cutters, crimpers, compression tools, wrenches, ratchets) Soldering and heat-shrink tools Tape measure, torpedo level, stud finder, drywall saw Professional multimeter Advanced cable toner / signal tracing tools Punch-down tools, fiber prep tools (if applicable) Any preferred specialty tools used to execute high-quality AV installations Preferred Experience & Certifications 3-5+ years of commercial AV installation experience Experience leading installation crews or acting as lead on jobsite tasks Familiarity with Crestron, Extron, Biamp, QSC, Shure, and/or networked AV environments Experience with rack layout, power distribution, cable management standards AVIXA CTS or CTS-I certification (strongly preferred) OSHA-10 or OSHA-30 certification Ability to obtain government or sensitive-facility clearances
WHY YOU'LL LIKE WORKING HERE
Medical, dental, and vision benefits Paid holidays and PTO Supportive and energetic company culture Certification assistance and ongoing technical training Opportunities for advancement across the 3:5 Group High-impact work supporting schools, public safety, and major commercial clients across Texas
MORE ABOUT US AVTG
is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any protected category under federal, state, or local law.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$27.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Application Question(s): Please confirm that you currently live within commuting distance of Houston-area job sites and do not require relocation assistance for this role. ☐ I confirm ☐ I do not confirm
