Lead Audiovisual Technician

Manatal; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits upon permanent hire

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Manatal in Charlotte, North Carolina is seeking a Lead Audiovisual Technician to oversee AV system installations and manage field teams. You will ensure successful project delivery while maintaining quality standards throughout the installation process.

The role requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial AV projects, strong trouble-shooting skills, and the ability to lead technicians in the field. This contract-to-hire position pays $30–$35 per hour based on experience and offers competitive benefits upon permanent hire.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience leading commercial AV integration projects.
• Strong knowledge of AV systems and project execution.
• Experience managing field crews on active commercial job sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead AV system installations from start to finish.
• Supervise and direct field technicians and subcontractors.
• Troubleshoot system issues efficiently.

Skills

AV systems knowledge

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Education

3+ years of experience leading commercial AV integration projects

OSHA certification preferred

Industry certifications such as CTS, Crestron, Extron, Biamp

Tools

AV system components

Construction drawings

IP-based AV systems

Job description

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

About the job Lead Audiovisual Technician

The AV Lead Technician is responsible for leading field installations, overseeing technical execution, and ensuring successful project delivery from rough-in through final commissioning.

This is a contract-to-hire opportunity paying $30–$35 per hour. The ideal candidate is a strong technical leader with proven experience installing, troubleshooting, and commissioning AV systems while managing small to mid-size crews in commercial environments.

You will serve as the on-site technical authority, coordinating workflow, supporting project management, and ensuring installations meet scope, timeline, and performance expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Lead AV system installations from start to finish, including rack builds, device installation, cable pulls, terminations, and system commissioning

Supervise and direct field technicians and subcontractors to maintain production and quality standards

Read and interpret AV drawings, signal flow diagrams, rack elevations, and construction documentation

Install and oversee installation of displays, projectors, speakers, microphones, control systems, and network-based AV components

Troubleshoot system issues efficiently and implement corrective solutions in real time

Coordinate with project managers and other trades to maintain schedule alignment

Ensure proper labeling, cable management, and rack organization standards

Provide hands-on training and technical guidance to junior technicians

Maintain accurate site documentation and daily progress reporting

Promote a safe, professional, and organized job site environment

Required Qualifications

3+ years of experience leading commercial AV integration projects

Strong knowledge of AV systems, signal flow, rack builds, displays, projection systems, and control platforms

Experience commissioning and troubleshooting integrated AV systems

Ability to read and execute from construction drawings and system schematics

Experience managing field crews on active commercial job sites

Working knowledge of IP-based AV systems and basic networking concepts

OSHA certification preferred

Industry certifications such as CTS, Crestron, Extron, Biamp, or similar are a plus

Strong communication skills and leadership presence

Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and work on ladders or lifts

Benefits and Compensation

$30–$35 per hour based on experience

Competitive benefits available upon permanent hire

Professional growth within a strong technical team

Why Work With Us

This role offers the opportunity to lead from the front — not from a desk. You will work alongside experienced technicians on meaningful commercial projects where craftsmanship and technical precision matter.

If you take pride in clean installs, efficient execution, and mentoring others while delivering systems that work the first time, this is the kind of environment where you will thrive.