Lead Audio Video Technician - Nashville

M3 Technology Group; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

M3 Technology Group is seeking a hands-on Lead Installation Technician (LIT) to oversee onsite AV system installations. You will lead the installation team, ensure designs are followed, and push projects toward successful completion with quality, safety, and customer satisfaction at the forefront.

The ideal candidate combines technical proficiency with strong leadership, can read drawings, troubleshoot AV/network issues, and coach technicians. Up to 50% travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–3 years of installation experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• AVIXA CTS-I within 12 months of hire.
• Formal education in electronics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the installation team, set priorities, and ensure productivity, quality, safety, and professionalism.
• Coordinate site access, logistics, sequencing, and daily execution to align with schedule.
• Identify scope conflicts and communicate changes before they impact the project.
• Deliver complete, tested, commissioning-ready systems at project completion.
• Coach technicians on installation standards and troubleshooting.

Skills

Team leadership

Project coordination

Drawing interpretation

Troubleshooting

Communication

Safety compliance

Documentation

Customer training

Education

High School Diploma

AV electronics training

CTS-I (within 12 months)

Tools

AV/LVC equipment

HDMI/HDBaseT wiring

Network cabling

BICSI certification

Job description

• Job Category Audio Video, Video Conferencing, Managed Services
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt

Description

Company Description:

At M3 Technology Group, we help industry leading organizations connect their teams and customers so they can communicate, defend, save, and educate without technology getting in the way. With our 20-year history and award-winning track record, we are a trusted technology solutions partner.

M3s Core Values:

M3's core values define who we are and how we conduct ourselves as we work together to achieve our purpose. They reflect our culture and commitment to honor our longstanding history of excellence while preparing ourselves to compete in the future.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Lead Installation Technician (LIT) to lead the onsite installation of professional audio-visual systems. The LIT provides daily directions to the installation team and ensures systems are installed, configured, tested, and completed to company standards and customer expectations.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who is detail-oriented, technically capable, and able to motivate a team, solve problems, and keep projects moving toward successful completion

Ultimately, a top-notch Lead Installation Technician (LIT) will show the ability to lead and motivate teams, work well under pressure and be an integral part of our growing team.

Project Ownership

• Understand the full project scope, drawings, materials, and site requirements prior to mobilization.
• Coordinate site access, logistics, sequencing, and daily execution to ensure progress aligns with schedule, scope, and installation standards.
• Identify and communicate scope conflicts, site conditions, material issues, delays, and potential change-order work before they impact the project.
• Deliver a complete, tested, and commissioning-ready system at project completion.
• Lead the installation team by establishing daily priorities, assigning work, and setting clear expectations for productivity, quality, safety, and professionalism.
• Ensure technicians are properly tasked and supported before personally performing installation work.
• Monitor team performance, correct issues as they occur, and elevate recurring or significant concerns.
• Coach and develop technicians in installation standards, troubleshooting, and best practices.

Technical Abilities

• Read and interpret architectural drawings and AV system drawings
• Perform AV installation including cabling, terminations, equipment mounting, rigging, rack fabrication, wiring, dressing, and labeling.
• Troubleshoot audio, video, control, network, cabling, and equipment issues.
• Test and verify installed systems, cabling, equipment, and connectivity prior to commissioning.
• Collaborate with remote or onsite programmers during commissioning.
• Conduct or provide support as required of customer training and system turnover.

Quality & Safety

• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with M3 Installation Standards and applicable OSHA guidelines, while meeting all Completion & Verification requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site, while protecting customer property and equipment during the project.
• Inspect and verify installation quality throughout the project and resolve deficiencies before work is considered complete.

Documentation & Communication

• Maintainclear,timelycommunicationwiththeProjectManager,InstallationSupervisor,andcustomer POC.
• Ensure all project documentation is accurate, complete, and submitted per process requirements.
• Promptly communicate design conflicts, scope changes, material shortages, site conditions, and schedule impacts.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written communication.

General Requirements

• Regular and predictable attendance as scheduled is expected.
• This is not meant to be an exhaustive list. There will be other duties as assigned.
• Up to 50% travel expected.
• Work cooperatively with others.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license with appropriate driving record
• Formal education in electronics or related field preferred
• Minimum 1-3 years of installation experience plus
• Experience using AV/LVC and Electronic/Electrical hand-tools BICSI and manufacturer certifications a plus, but not required Training Provided (if applicable)
• AVIXA CTS-I ( or obtain with 12-months of hire date)

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit/stand for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to use computer for long periods of time
• Ability to use hand and power tools in a safe and efficient manner
• Ability to bend, squat and kneel
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to climb and work on ladders for extended periods
• Ability to pass drug screen and background check