Electrician & AV Technician - Grand Rapids MI

Applied Innovation; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid holidays and PTO

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) plan with company match

Access to onsite fitness center

Job summary

A technology installation company in Grand Rapids seeks a skilled technician to deliver high-quality electrical and AV installations. Responsibilities include installing circuits, testing cabling, and interacting with clients professionally. Ideal candidates have mechanical aptitude, experience with AV systems, and a dedication to safety. Offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth in a family-owned business.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude for mounting displays and hardware.
• Ability to read construction drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Commitment to producing safe, clean, and high-quality projects.

Responsibilities

• Install electrical circuits and integrate power solutions for AV hardware.
• Ensure all work meets NEC and safety standards.
• Test and certify cabling for system performance.
• Test and certify cabling for performance and reliability.
• Install and mount AV displays, projectors, speakers, cameras, and related hardware.
• Assemble and dress equipment racks to professional standards.
• Assist with system configuration and basic troubleshooting.
• Interact with clients on-site with professionalism.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic understanding of hand and power tools

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Safety awareness

Lifting 50+ lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic tools for AV installations

Power tools

Ladders & lifts

Job description

We are seeking a skilled, detail-oriented technician who takes pride in delivering high-quality work and exceptional customer service. This hybrid role will work with internal departments at Applied Innovation and with our customers providing electrical and low-voltage communication wiring and professional AV installation. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in commercial environments, mounting and commissioning equipment safely, and representing our company with professionalism at every customer site. A licensed electrician is preferred but not required if you have strong relevant experience and a commitment to learning.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Install electrical circuits, conduits, and boxes for AV and communications systems; safely integrate power solutions for displays, AV hardware, and networking equipment.
• Ensure all electrical work meets NEC, local building codes, and safety standards.
• Pull, label, and dress low-voltage cables according to recognized best practices.
• Test and certify cabling to ensure system performance and reliability.
• Install and mount commercial displays, projectors, speakers, cameras, microphones, and other AV hardware. Perform light construction tasks using hand or power tools such as TV mounting, wall blocking, etc.
• Assemble and dress equipment racks to professional standards.
• Assist with system configuration and basic troubleshooting.
• Interact with clients on-site with clarity, courtesy, and professionalism.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to safely mount displays and hardware.
• Basic understanding of hand and power tools for AV installations.
• Ability to read construction drawings, wiring diagrams, and installation guides.
• Commitment to producing safe, clean, high-quality projects.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment more than 50 lbs. and work at heights using ladders or lifts.
• Continue to grow and develop technical proficiency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of NEC and low-voltage best practices.
• Experience with commercial AV systems/installation or prior low‑voltage cabling.
• Familiarity with lifts, ladders, basic tools and safe work procedures.

Education/License/Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent education.
• Experience in electrical, communications cabling, AV installation, or a related trade.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record (no DUI’s in the past 5 years).
• Ability to travel to job sites and occasionally work evenings/weekends as required.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician license, preferred.
• Avixa Certification or ability to obtain, preferred.
• OSHA certification or ability to obtain, preferred.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay.
• Paid holidays, PTO, plus 1 personal holiday.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and life insurance, as well as short-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Access to our onsite fitness center in Grand Rapids.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement within a growing, family‑owned business.