Apprentice Technician – AV (Houston)

Network Cabling Services, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Cabling Services, Inc. seeks an AV Apprentice, an entry-level installer eager to grow in the AV and structured cabling field within commercial project environments. No prior AV experience required; you will learn hands-on skills through guided support and on-the-job training.

You will assist with delivery, setup, and installation of AV gear, run cabling, organize equipment, and help test systems. The role is indoor in climate-controlled spaces with occasional climbs or work in attics or

Qualifications

• No prior AV or installation experience required; motivated to learn.
• Entry-level role focused on hands-on skills in AV and structured cabling in commercial projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with delivery, setup, and installation of AV equipment.
• Run cabling through walls, ceilings, floors, and building structures.
• Load and organize equipment racks and furniture with AV components.
• Support installation of displays, projectors, speakers, and mounted AV gear.
• Assist team with testing cabling and system components.
• Follow directions from lead technicians to meet project timelines.
• Perform other duties to support project completion.
• Primarily indoor in climate-controlled environments; occasional non-climate spaces.
• Work in warehouses, attics, or similar spaces.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Manual dexterity

Team player

Job description

The AV Apprentice is an entry-level installation role that does not require prior audiovisual (AV) or installation experience. This position is intended for individuals who are motivated to learn and develop hands‑on skills within the AV and structured cabling industry, with a focus on commercial project environments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery, setup, and installation of AV equipment, including audio, video, control systems, video conferencing equipment, equipment racks, and related furniture
• Run cabling through walls, ceilings, floors, and other building structures
• Load and organize equipment racks and furniture with AV components for wiring and installation
• Support the installation of displays, projectors, screens, lifts, speakers, and other mounted AV equipment on walls or ceilings
• Assist team members with testing cabling and system components
• Follow direction from lead technicians and supervisors to ensure proper installation within project timelines
• Perform other duties as assigned to support successful project completion
• Primarily works indoors in climate‑controlled environments
• Occasional work in outdoor or non‑climate‑controlled areas such as warehouses, attics, or similar spaces

Physical Demands

• Ability to work from ladders, scaffolding, and motorized lifts at heights ranging from 6 to 30 feet, and occasionally higher
• Ability to work in multiple positions including standing, kneeling, sitting, and lying down
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Ability to accurately distinguish wire and cable colors

Accessibility

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I understand that all employees must have the ability to understand and speak English at a level of proficiency allowing them to issue, receive and respond to both safety and operations‑related directions.