AV Lead Technician

Why Choose Wachter:

Full-time work

Competitive Compensation based on experience

Paid weekly

Per-Diem paid when overnight travel is required

Company-provided cell phone

Drive time and mileage paid for use of personal vehicle when travel is required

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Opportunities for certification and career advancement

Supportive team environment

Benefits Package, Company paid:

Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits--No premium cost!

Life, AD&D and LTD insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement Savings

Key Responsibilities:

Field Execution: Lead installation of displays, video walls, audio systems, control systems (Crestron, Q-SYS), and networked AV (Dante, AV-over-IP) using schematics and drawings.

On-Site Leadership: Direct field technicians, assign tasks, manage project pace, and mentor junior crew members without needing constant PM direction.

Troubleshooting: Act as the technical lead to resolve complex issues with signal flow, DSP configurations, and control systems.

Quality & Control: Enforce neat cable management and labeling. Submit daily reports, redlines, and punch lists. Verify full functionality before client turnover.

Communication: Serve as the main on-site contact for PMs, General Contractors, and other trades.

Qualifications:

Required: Active AVIXA CTS certification (Candidates without this will be disqualified).

Required: 5+ years of commercial AV installation experience.

Required: Strong ability to read AV drawings, schematics, and construction documents.

Preferred: CTS-I certification, OSHA 10/30, and experience with Biamp, Extron, or AMX.

Physical/Travel: Ability to lift up to 50lbs, work on ladders/lifts, and travel 60%+ .