Lead Installation Technician

Audio Video Electronics; Brooklyn Park (MN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Audio Video Electronics is seeking a Lead Installation Technician in Brooklyn Park, MN, offering a full-time hybrid role with occasional WFH flexibility. You will oversee on-site installations of professional audio, video, and lighting systems, lead crews, plan daily tasks, and ensure projects meet specifications and deadlines.

The role requires reading system designs, performing cable terminations, mounting equipment, and coordinating with project managers while maintaining safety standards and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or AV/electronics certifications are a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in AV, plus customer-focused communication.
• Experience leading installation crews or technical teams preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret system designs.
• Install and terminate cabling; mount and configure equipment.
• Perform system tests and document work performed.
• Coordinate with project managers and designers, communicate with clients about progress.
• Provide on-site troubleshooting and promote safe work practices.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Customer service

Reading drawings

Team leadership

Networking concepts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AV/electronics certifications

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Cable pulling

Terminations

Wiring standards

Job description

Company Description

Audio Video Electronics (AVE) is a design-build leader in audio, video, and lighting solutions for performance and presentation venues. For over 19 years, AVE has provided customized system design and integration in audio, video, lighting, acoustics, and system control. The company partners with churches, theaters, schools, and a wide range of organizations across the United States to deliver tailored AVL systems. AVE focuses on understanding each client’s unique needs and delivering reliable, high-quality technology that supports impactful presentations and performances.

Role Description

The Lead Installation Technician is a full-time hybrid role based in Brooklyn Park, MN, with some work-from-home flexibility. This role oversees the installation of professional audio, video, and lighting systems at client sites, including leading on-site crews, planning daily tasks, and ensuring projects are completed on time and to specification. Typical responsibilities include reading and interpreting system designs, installing and terminating cabling, mounting and configuring equipment, performing system tests, and documenting work performed. The Lead Installation Technician coordinates with project managers and designers, communicates regularly with clients about progress and expectations, and addresses on-site issues through effective troubleshooting. This role also supports training end users on installed systems and promotes safe work practices that meet company and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues in audio, video, and lighting systems.
• Candidates should possess effective communication skills and a focus on customer satisfaction to collaborate with team members and interact professionally with clients.
• Candidates should possess cabling and basic installation skills, including pulling cable, making terminations, and following wiring standards and documentation.
• Candidates should possess customer service skills, demonstrating reliability, responsiveness, and a professional demeanor on job sites.
• Experience leading installation crews or technical teams in the AV or related fields is preferred.
• Familiarity with audio, video, and lighting equipment, control systems, and basic networking concepts is beneficial.
• Ability to read technical drawings, use hand and power tools safely, and work on ladders or lifts as required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or certifications in AV, electronics, or related disciplines are a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to client sites, including occasional evening or weekend work as projects require.