AV Technician
US$27 – US$35 / hr base salary
Posted 10 Dec 2025
Advertised as “AV Lead Technician”
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- Expected experience
- 5+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Employment
- On-Site
- Contract
- Full-time
Compensation
| Base salary | US$27 – US$35 / hr |
|---|
Role speciality
Audiovisual Installation
Useful technologies
AMXBiampCrestronDanteExtronQ-SYS
Required qualifications
CertificationsAVIXA CTS
Preferred qualifications
CertificationsCTS-I, OSHA 10/30
Wachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join the Wachter family and chart your career path! Wachter is seeking a highly skilled AV Lead Technician to support commercial audiovisual installations across enterprise and multi-site environments. This is a hands-on leadership role for a technician who can operate independently, direct field teams, and deliver clean, standards-based installations. You will lead field execution, ensure installation quality, and drive consistency across projects.
- Mandatory Requirement: You must hold a current AVIXA CTS certification to be considered for this role. Candidates without a CTS certification will be automatically disqualified.
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).