Install Technician

Access Audio; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Access Audio, a faith-based non-profit in Cincinnati, Ohio, is looking for an Install Technician / Jr Project Manager. This role involves hands-on AVL system installation and project management. Key responsibilities include installing equipment, scheduling labor, and fostering teamwork. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of AVL systems, excellent communication skills, and a dedication to delivering quality results. This position offers opportunities for long-term career growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in AVL system installation.
• Ability to lead a team and communicate with clients.
• Willingness to undergo mandatory safety training.

Responsibilities

• Install equipment and work under the project manager.
• Prepare upcoming jobs in the warehouse.
• Lead coordination with clients and team members.
• Schedule labor for installations.

Skills

Understanding of professional AVL systems

Proficiency in AVL signal flow and routing

Excellent communication skills

Ability to solder communication terminations

Tools

Boom lifts

Scissor lifts

Job description

Access Audio, a faith-based non‑profit headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, is seeking a talented individual to join our growing team as a Install Technician / Jr Project Manager. This role requires hands‑on experience in AVL (Audio, Video, Lighting) system installation, project management of AVL system integrations and events. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication skills, organizational abilities, budgeting expertise, and a dedication to delivering high‑level results to our clients. This position offers an opportunity for long‑term career growth within our organization.

Job Duties

• Installing equipment on a team of other technicians including working under the project manager assigned to that project
• Prepare upcoming jobs in the warehouse
• Foster a healthy team culture on‑site, promoting hard work, quality workmanship, and camaraderie
• Lead coordination with clients, Architect, GC, EC, EE and Access Audio team once the sales process is complete on our smaller projects
• Schedule labor for installations
• Track project costs and notify of any overages
• Lead a team of installers to install, program, commission, test, set up, and troubleshoot audio, video, lighting, and control equipment for clients
• Regularly communicate the current status of projects with the team
• Perform any other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

• Understanding of professional AVL systems, terminology, and commonly used components
• Proficiency in AVL signal flow and routing
• Understanding of proper installation techniques
• Knowledge of correct cabling necessary for AV
• Fundamental understanding of termination methods and procedures for all cabling connections related to AVL installs (XLR, BNC, RJ45, Speakon, Powercon, True 1, speaker and line level connections)
• Ability to solder communication terminations
• Basic understanding of the sales order process and required parts
• Ability to test and ensure functionality of equipment, including basic understanding of test procedures and equipment
• Excellent communication skills with leadership, coworkers, and clients, with a customer service mindset
• Willingness to undergo mandatory industry safety or manufacturer training
• Experience operating company vehicles, articulating boom lifts, scissor lifts, etc., safely
• Additional certifications such as OSHA 10, Q‑SYS, Extron, etc., are advantageous