AV Lead Installation Technician

Barrett's Technology Solutions; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401K plan

Life Insurance

Employee purchase program

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Barrett's Technology Solutions in Lombard, IL is seeking a Lead Low-Voltage Installation Technician for on-site, in-person work. This role drives field execution across LV cabling, mounting, and equipment racks, with 40 hours per week (4x10s).

You will lead technicians, train apprentices, troubleshoot devices, and ensure safety and quality across projects in the Lombard area.

Qualifications

• Experience on construction sites with ability to climb ladders and pull cabling.
• Proficient with power and hand tools and safe work practices.
• Stable work history and hands-on field mindset.

Responsibilities

• Pull/terminate/test low-voltage cabling (Category, Fiber, Speaker, Lutron, Crestron).
• Mount devices at the ends of wires and build/lace equipment racks.
• Troubleshoot devices and oversee daily field activities when PM is not on-site.
• Monitor progress, report field issues/material needs and ensure specs and schedule.
• Provide on-the-job training and mentor technicians.

Skills

Ladder climbing

Cable pulling

Power tools

Hand tools

Team leadership

On-site work ethic

Hiqh EQ

Tools

None

Job description

Department: Technician

Location: Lombard, IL (Barrett's)

Compensation: $34.00 - $37.00 / hour

Description

Job Description:

• Lead Low-Voltage Installation Technician

You Are:

• A trustworthy individual. Hungry to learn and grow. Hands-on and love being in the field as opposed to being behind a desk. Technically inclined and always curious how things work.

You Have:

• Experience on construction sites. Ability to climb ladders, pull cabling, use power tools & hand tools. A steady work history (3yrs between hops), a pleasant disposition, Hiqh EQ.

Your Location:

• In-Person (Not Remote or Hybrid)
• Your Location: Lombard, IL
• Your Projects: The surrounding area

Your Schedule:

• Hours Per Week: 40 Hours Per Week (4x10's)
• Days Per Week: Mon-Thur or Tue-Fri (7:30am-6pm)

Your Manager:

• Bill, Field Operations Manager

Your Contribution to Barrett's:

• Pull/Terminate/Test Low-Voltage Cabling (Category, Fiber, Speaker, Lutron, Crestron)
• Mount devices at the ends of those wires
• Build and lace equipment racks (TVs, Speakers, WAPs, Cameras)
• Troubleshooting of devices
• Oversee daily activities and direct technicians/apprentices when a Project Manager isn't on-site
• Monitor progress, communicate field issues and material needs, and ensure work meets specs, schedule, and company standards
• Conduct on-the-job training and mentor techs
• Complete and submit required project documentation

You May Come From:

• AV Installation (Resi & Commercial)
• Security Installation
• Low-Voltage Cable Pulling
• Managed Services (MSP) - If you can install!
• Electrician (HV or LV)

Barrett's Contribution to You:

• $34 to $37/hr – Yup!
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401K Plan
• Life Insurance
• Employee purchase program for audio, video, and home automation purchases
• Opportunities for advancement with a growing company and industry leader