Lead Audio Visual Technician

Lead Audio Visual Technician

Job Title: Lead Audio Visual Technician Location: Pittsburgh, PA, USA Salary: $24-$35 per hour Position Type: Full Time (Permanent hire) Industry: Audio Visual

Job Summary

Audio Visual Technicians play a key role in setting up, configuring, programming, and supporting a range of low-voltage systems such as sound, video, control, and paging solutions. This position works primarily on active construction sites, where maintaining strict safety practices is a daily priority.

In this role, you will coordinate with multiple teams including other trades, project leads, and clients to keep projects on schedule and ensure tasks are completed efficiently. Successful candidates will bring solid technical skills, strong problem-solving ability, and hands-on experience working with AV hardware, system programming, and end-user training. Your work directly contributes to delivering high-quality, modern AV systems from start to finish.

Lead Technician Responsibilities

• Progress Reporting: Conduct daily progress reports with Project Managers and plan next steps for the team.
• Job Completion Oversight: Ensure all elements of job completion are executed, including safety, defined tasks, quality assurance, and effective communication.
• Team Supervision: Ensure all technicians on site follow and execute their assigned responsibilities.
• Safety: Perform a safety inspection of the job site before starting work and communicate findings with the team. Hold brief safety meetings before the start of each workday.

Responsibilities

• System Setup & Programming: Handle the installation, setup, and programming of a wide range of AV technologies, such as pro audio systems, video displays, lighting equipment, control platforms, projectors, and LED displays.
• Daily Safety Preparation: Conduct Job Safety Analyses each day to assess worksite risks and put preventive measures in place before beginning tasks.
• Reading Plans & Schematics: Review construction drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical specs to ensure systems are installed accurately and match design intent.
• Construction-Site Coordination: Operate within active build environments, comply with all safety rules, and collaborate with other trades to maintain workflow and jobsite efficiency.
• Low-Voltage Cabling Work: Run, terminate, label, and test various low-voltage cables including Cat6, audio lines, speaker runs, control cables, HDMI, and fiber.
• System Tuning & Commissioning: Calibrate equipment and fully commission AV systems to achieve optimal performance that aligns with project requirements and manufacturer guidelines.
• Diagnostics & Field Repairs: Troubleshoot issues on-site, perform device testing, and carry out necessary repairs or adjustments to ensure systems function properly.
• Client Instruction: Provide walkthroughs and hands-on training for end users so they can confidently operate installed systems.
• Project Documentation: Maintain clear, organized records of wiring layouts, system settings, and installation progress, and submit updates to the project manager.
• Travel Expectations: Visit multiple job locations as needed; some assignments may involve overnight travel depending on project demands.
• Professional Development: Complete assigned training sessions or certifications as required by project leadership.
• Task Communication: Check in with the lead technician on each site to confirm priorities and understand daily expectations.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry materials and tools up to 50 lbs.
• Capability to work at heights using ladders, lifts, or scaffolding.
• Comfortable working in various environments, including confined spaces and elevated areas.