Lead AV Installation Technician

Mason Technologies Inc.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Mason Technologies Inc. in South Carolina is seeking an experienced Lead Audio Visual Installation Technician to join our on-site integration team.

You will oversee installation, wiring, and commissioning of AV systems in commercial environments, ensuring clean, reliable, and professional results. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of hands-on AV experience, familiarity with Dante, AV-over-IP, and networked devices, and is willing to train in commissioning responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on AV installation experience.
• Ability to read AV drawings and schematics.
• On-site safety and ability to lift 50+ pounds.
• Reliable transportation to job sites in SC.

Responsibilities

• Lead onsite AV installation crews and coordinate with trades.
• Install, test, and validate AV systems in commercial spaces.
• Configure devices and hand off to clients.
• Read and follow AV drawings and schematics.

Skills

AV installation

Cable termination

Networking in AV

Room setups

Team leadership

Tools

Crestron

Extron

QSC

Dante

Job description

Join a Family That's Built to Last — and Grow.

Mason Technologies has been a trusted leader in the low voltage industry for over 23 years and will continue to be for the next 150. If you're looking to join one of the most progressive and rapidly growing companies in the field, you're in the right place. With multi-year contracts and an ever-expanding portfolio of major projects, Mason offers unmatched stability and career potential. Tired of feeling stagnant in your current role? At Mason, we value experience, reward talent, and invest in our people. As we enter a new phase of unprecedented growth, we're seeking the best technicians to grow with us.

About The Position

We're seeking an experienced Lead Audio Visual Installation Technician to join our team for on-site integration work throughout South Carolina. The ideal candidate has a strong background in AV installation, wiring, and system setup, with the ability to deliver clean, reliable, and professional work in commercial environments. We're especially interested in technicians who are experienced in AV commissioning or who are eager to learn and grow into commissioning responsibilities. Candidates should be located within a reasonable distance from Charleston, SC.

Qualifications

Minimum of 5+ years of hands-on experience in Audio-Visual installation, including tasks such as:

• Mounting and installing displays, projectors, speakers, cameras, microphones, and control hardware
• Pulling, dressing, labeling, and terminating AV cabling
• Building and wiring AV racks
• Installing and configuring networked AV devices (Dante, AV-over-IP, etc.)
• Testing, troubleshooting, and validating AV systems
• Completing room setups for conference rooms, classrooms, auditoriums, and similar environments
• Reading and following AV drawings, signal flow diagrams, and schematics
• Collaborating with leads, PMs, and other trades on-site
• Leading crews or managing portions of AV projects

Commissioning-related Experience (preferred Or Willing To Train)

• System testing and verification
• Device configuration and programming support
• Final system tuning, calibration, and client-ready handoff
• Ability to identify issues and deliver polished, functional systems

Additional Helpful Skills (not Required But Beneficial)

• Basic structured cabling (Cat5e/Cat6 installation, termination, and testing)
• Light experience with fiber termination or patching
• Experience with AV over structured network environments

Required

• Reliable transportation to job sites
• Personal hand tools appropriate for AV installation
• Ability to safely lift 50+ pounds
• Familiarity with on-site safety practices

Preferred Certifications

• AVIXA CTS, CTS-I, or CTS-D
• Manufacturer certifications with systems such as Crestron, Extron, QSC, Biamp, Shure, Zoom Rooms, etc.
• Related low-voltage certifications (BICSI, FOA, etc.) are a plus but not required

Salary: $30.00-$40.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-time, Field-based

We are currently only considering who can reliably commute to various job sites across South Carolina. This role is not open to relocation and relocation assistance is not provided.