A/V Installation Technician

US Enhanced Personnel; Greensboro, Winston-Salem, High Point (NC, NC, NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

US Enhanced Personnel seeks an Installation Technician to support on-site installation of sound, lighting, video, and rigging systems in live spaces. The role involves equipment prep, loading, and travel to client sites with potential overnight stays.

You will work with venue staff and project teams, learn AVL installation methods, and lift equipment as needed. Training is provided and compensation aligns with experience.

Qualifications

• Punctuality to arrive prepared and on time.
• Team collaboration with clients, venue staff, and crews.
• Willingness to travel and work evenings or overnights.
• Familiarity with video systems or electrical work on sites.
• Eagerness to learn AVL installation methods and procedures.
• Ability to lift and move equipment as required.
• Comfort working where restrooms may be unavailable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with permanent installation of sound, lighting, video, and rigging systems at live venues.
• Prepare equipment, stage materials, and load trucks at the shop before installation.
• On-site installation, cable routing, hardware mounting, and supporting leads.
• Safely de-prep and return equipment to the shop after project completion.
• Follow timelines and on-site instructions to ensure quality work.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area in shop and on sites.
• Represent the company professionally with venues, contractors, and clients.
• Adhere to safety guidelines, especially on construction sites.
• Occasionally travel overnight and work night shifts as project schedules require.

Skills

Punctuality

Teamwork

Travel readiness

Video systems

Electrical work

AVL installation training

Lifting equipment

On-site operations

Job description

Our client is seeking a hands-on, reliable Installation Technician to join their installation department

The Installation Technician supports all stages of the installation process - including prepping equipment, loading and unloading trucks, on-site installation, and de-prepping gear upon return. This role is ideal for individuals who have foundational knowledge of lighting, audio, video, rigging, or electrical systems and are eager to build their skills within a professional AVL environment. We are willing to train the right candidate, and compensation will align with experience.

This is a travel-intensive position requiring overnight, out-of-town work and occasional night shifts. Some job sites may be active construction locations without permanent restroom facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with permanent installation of sound, lighting, video, and rigging systems in live performance and entertainment spaces.
• Prep equipment, stage materials, and load trucks at the shop prior to installation.
• Work on-site to install equipment, run cable, mount hardware, and support technicians and project leads.
• Safely deprep and return equipment to the shop following project completion.
• Follow project timelines and on-site direction to ensure high-quality installation work.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area both in the shop and on job sites.
• Represent the company professionally while working with venue staff, contractors, and clients.
• Adhere to safety practices and guidelines, especially on construction sites.
• Participate in overnight travel and work evening hours as needed based on project schedules.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent punctuality – will show up on time, ready to work, consistently.
• Strong ability to work well with co-workers, clients, and project teams.
• Demonstrated responsibility and independence, especially when traveling for work.
• Familiarity with at least one of the following:
  • Video systems
  • Electrical work on construction sites
• Willingness to learn and be trained in AVL installation methods.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move equipment and tools as required.
• Ability to work in environments without permanent restroom facilities.

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience supporting AVL installations or production.
• Experience working with hand tools, power tools, or construction equipment.
• Basic understanding of construction drawings or signal flow diagrams.
• General troubleshooting ability in technical environments.

• Primarily on-site installation work at client locations.
• Frequent overnight, out-of-town travel required.
• Work may include night shifts, depending on project needs.
• Some work performed on active construction sites.
• Shop-based work includes prepping and de-prepping equipment.

Compensation

• Pay is experience-based and scaled according to the candidate’s current knowledge of lighting, audio, video, rigging, or electrical systems.
• Training provided for candidates eager to grow within the AVL installation field.