Lead AV/IT Installation Technician

Avidex; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan with employer 


PTO up to 120 hours (accrued)

10 Paid Holidays

8 hours to volunteer on your favorite

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative and innovative work

Job summary

Avidex is seeking an experienced Audiovisual (AV) Technician - III in Lake Forest, CA to lead field installation crews and perform AV/IT system installs at customer sites. You will coordinate activities, provide hands-on guidance, and ensure work meets project plans, safety standards, and quality expectations.

Responsibilities include installing displays, projectors, screens, and cabling, plus reading drawings, testing systems, and mentoring junior technicians.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 4+ years AV/IT installation experience including leadership.
• Advanced proficiency with AV/IT trade tools and equipment.
• Experience mounting displays, projectors, speakers, and related AV equipment.
• Ability to read construction drawings and technical documentation.
• Ability to lead field crews, provide technical direction, and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Valid state installation license or certification where required.
• AVIXA CTS-I certification or ability to obtain within two years of hire; completion of a State Certified Apprenticeship program may satisfy this requirement.
• Powder-actuated tool certification.
• Basic computer skills, including Windows and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to travel to project sites, including occasional overnight travel, and work early, late, or weekend hours based on project needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate field installation crews, assigning work and helping ensure projects stay on schedule.
• Install AV/IT equipment, including displays, projectors, projection screens, speakers, cabling, and related system components.
• Perform cable pulls, cable management, terminations, equipment mounting, wiring, and basic system setup.
• Read and interpret project drawings, specifications, work orders, and other technical documentation.
• Test installed equipment and troubleshoot issues to support expected system performance.
• Provide technical guidance, hands‑on training, and mentorship to installers and developing technicians.
• Maintain accurate record drawings and communicate field changes, project progress, and issues to the Foreman or Project Manager.
• Coordinate with the project team to ensure installations meet project scope, specifications, quality standards, and applicable codes.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and follow OSHA, company, and jobsite safety requirements.

Skills

Field crew leadership

Cable installation and termination

Equipment mounting and installation

System setup and testing

Construction drawings andDocumentation

Technical troubleshooting

Jobsite safety and quality

Training and mentorship

Project coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lifts & Scaffolding

Test equipment

AV/IT tools

Job description

Avidex is seeking an experienced Audiovisual (AV) Technician - III in Lake Forest, CA to lead field installation crews and perform AV/IT system installs at customer sites. You will coordinate activities, provide hands-on guidance, and ensure work meets project plans, safety standards, and quality expectations.

Responsibilities include installing displays, projectors, screens, and cabling, plus reading drawings, testing systems, and mentoring junior technicians.