Lead AV Technician

Lead AV Technician – Audio Visual Systems

Join Next Level Technician as a Lead AV Technician in Houston, TX! Earn $32-$38/hr., enjoy weekly pay, benefits, and steady work with a national leader in low voltage staffing. Apply today!

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day on-site AV installation projects, serving as the primary point of contact for clients, general contractors, engineers, and internal teams.
• Oversee the installation of AV systems, including displays, sound systems, control systems, conferencing solutions, and supporting infrastructure.
• Manage project schedules and milestones, proactively identifying risks and resolving installation issues through site walks and jobsite readiness assessments.
• Read and interpret AV drawings, schematics, and system designs to guide installations.
• Supervise subcontractors, technicians, and labor crews, ensuring proper scheduling, quality control, and safety compliance.
• Track project progress and provide regular status updates to internal teams and clients.
• Enforce compliance with safety standards, building codes, company policies, and applicable ANSI/AVIXA standards.
• Coordinate equipment deliveries, staging, and inventory management.
• Load programs, test AV control and DSP systems (Q-SYS, Extron, Biamp, Crestron, etc.), support system commissioning, and oversee final client handoff.
• Maintain clear client communication throughout the project and complete as-built drawings, change orders, and closeout documentation.

Requirements

• 5–7+ years of experience in commercial AV installation, construction, or low-voltage project management.
• CTS (Certified Technology Specialist) required; CTS-I preferred.
• Strong understanding of AV signal flow, audio systems, video distribution, video conferencing, AV-over-IP technologies, structured cabling, TCP/IP networking, VLANs, PoE, managed switches, and Dante and/or AVB audio networking.
• Experience with Crestron, Extron, Q-SYS, Biamp, Shure, Logitech, Poly, Cisco Webex, Microsoft Teams Rooms, Zoom Rooms, and the ability to configure and troubleshoot AV control systems, DSPs, network switches, and AV-over-IP devices.
• Experience managing commercial AV projects in corporate, education, healthcare, or government environments, with the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and construction documents.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and project management skills, including proficiency with project reporting tools.
• OSHA certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Valid driver's license required, with the willingness and ability to travel to job sites throughout the Greater Houston area and surrounding regions as needed.

Why Work with Next Level Technician in Houston, TX?

• Weekly Pay: Get paid every week, no waiting!
• Competitive Wages: $32-$38/hr. based on your experience and skillset.
• PTO, medical benefits, sign-on & referral bonuses.
• Career Growth: Advance through BICSI-certified training and real project experience.
• Dedicated Recruiter Support: Deep knowledge of Houston's low voltage and AV industry.
• National Footprint: Be part of a team respected across Houston, TX and throughout the U.S.

Next Level Technician connects skilled low voltage and AV professionals with top employers nationwide. We handle payroll, compliance, and safety so you can focus on building your career, growing your technical expertise, and working on exciting commercial technology projects.

How to Apply

Ready to take your AV career to the next level in Houston, TX?

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