AV Lead Technician Project Manager Bergen County

Almera Tech Services; Westwood (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

A growing Home Tech company in Westwood, NJ, is seeking a Project Manager/AV Technician to oversee installations of home theater systems and Smart Home technologies. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills and leadership abilities. Responsibilities include managing a team of technicians and ensuring quality control on-site. Competitive benefits include health insurance and 401(k) plans.

Qualifications

• Ability to enforce safety protocols on job sites.
• Experience supervising or training technicians is a strong plus.
• Familiarity with residential construction practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installation and troubleshooting of Smart Home technologies.
• Lead and mentor junior technicians.
• Document work performed and maintain project records.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Excellent communication skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Overview

Smart Homz is a rapidly growing Home Tech company and is seeking field technicians. Full-time opportunities in Bergen County, NJ.

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Project Manager/AV Technician to oversee the installation, configuration, servicing, and troubleshooting of home theater systems, A/V distribution, home networking, security systems, and Smart Home technologies. This role involves working in both new and existing construction projects and includes supervising a team of technicians, coordinating on-site activities, ensuring quality control, and serving as the main point of contact for management and clients. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.

Responsibilities

Oversee installation, configuration, servicing, and troubleshooting of home theater systems, A/V distribution, home networking, security systems, and Smart Home technologies.

Work on both new and existing construction projects.

Supervise a team of technicians, coordinate on-site activities, ensure quality control, and act as the main point of contact for management and clients.

Lead and mentor junior technicians; ensure safety protocols are followed on job sites.

Document work performed, maintain project records, and generate basic reports.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and accountability, with a commitment to leading by example.
• Positive, proactive "can-do" attitude with a team-first mindset.
• Proven ability to manage projects from start to finish, including planning, delegating tasks, monitoring progress, and ensuring timely completion.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to document work performed, maintain project records, and generate basic reports.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Flexible and motivated to grow both personally and professionally, with a desire to lead and mentor junior technicians.
• Demonstrated experience in customer-facing roles, with excellent communication and service skills.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to enforce safety protocols on job sites.
• Skilled in using hand and power tools with the ability to train others on proper use.
• Professional and sociable, with the confidence to represent the company on job sites and during client interactions.
• High school diploma or equivalent (technical training or certifications preferred).
• Familiarity with residential construction practices and ability to coordinate with general contractors and trades.
• Basic understanding of electrical circuits and theory, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues independently.
• Natural problem-solver with initiative to identify issues and implement practical solutions.
• Desire to continually improve and stay current with emerging Smart Home technologies, tools, and standards.
• Experience supervising or training technicians is a strong plus.

Experience

• Clean Driving Record: 5 years (Required)
• Installation or servicing Home networking: 3 years (Preferred)
• Installing or servicing Audio Video systems: 3 years (Preferred)
• Installation or servicing CCTV systems: 3 years (Preferred)
• Project Management: 3 Years

Education

High school or equivalent (Required)

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement