AV Tech Lead (Audio Visual Technical Supervisor)
Location: Bay Area, CA (San Francisco, San Jose, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, Palo Alto, Fremont and surrounding areas)
Employment Type: W2 | Full-Time | Field-Based
About WeInstall.IT
WeInstall.IT delivers enterprise AV, IT, and low-voltage deployment services for some of the world's leading technology companies and commercial organizations. We are seeking an experienced AV Tech Lead to oversee field installations, lead technical crews, and ensure successful execution of complex AV deployments.
This position is ideal for a hands-on technical leader who enjoys managing teams while remaining actively involved in installation, troubleshooting, commissioning, and quality control.
Position Overview
The AV Tech Lead is responsible for supervising technicians on-site, coordinating daily installation activities, validating quality standards, and serving as the primary technical point of contact during project execution.
This role requires a combination of technical expertise, leadership skills, and customer-facing professionalism.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise AV installation teams on commercial and enterprise projects.
- Coordinate daily field activities, manpower allocation, and installation schedules.
- Review project drawings, scopes of work, and installation requirements.
- Install, configure, and troubleshoot AV systems including displays, cameras, speakers, microphones, DSPs, and control systems.
- Oversee rack builds, structured cabling, equipment mounting, and system integration.
- Perform quality control inspections and ensure compliance with project standards.
- Coordinate with Project Managers, Engineers, clients, and other trades.
- Manage field documentation, punch lists, and project updates.
- Support commissioning, testing, and system validation activities.
- Ensure all safety requirements and jobsite protocols are followed.
- Mentor and develop junior technicians.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in Commercial AV, Low Voltage, Systems Integration, or related field.
- Proven experience leading installation crews.
- Strong knowledge of structured cabling, rack builds, equipment mounting, and AV infrastructure.
- Experience interpreting construction drawings, AV schematics, and floor plans.
- Experience troubleshooting complex AV systems.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and make decisions in the field.
Preferred Technical Experience
- Q-SYS
- Crestron
- Extron
- Biamp
- Shure
- Dante
- AV over IP
- Microsoft Teams Rooms
- Zoom Rooms
- Digital Signage
- Video Conferencing Systems
- DSP Configuration and Troubleshooting
- Network Switching Fundamentals
Preferred Certifications
- CTS (Certified Technology Specialist)
- OSHA 30
- Dante Level 2 or Level 3
- Q-SYS Training
- Crestron Certifications
- AVIXA Certifications
- Manufacturer Technical Certifications
Leadership Requirements
Successful candidates should demonstrate:
- Experience leading crews of 3–10+ technicians.
- Ability to train and mentor junior team members.
- Strong conflict resolution and communication skills.
- Experience coordinating directly with clients, PMs, GCs, and engineers.
- Ownership of project quality, safety, and schedule adherence.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to work on ladders, lifts, and active construction sites.
- Ability to travel throughout the Bay Area as project needs require.
Compensation
- Competitive compensation based on experience, certifications, technical expertise, and leadership background.
Languages
- English required.
- Spanish bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Why Join WeInstall.IT?
- Enterprise-level projects.
- Career growth opportunities.
- Training and certification support.
- Strong technical team environment.
- Exposure to cutting-edge AV technologies.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $30.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Application Question(s):
- Describe the largest AV or low-voltage installation team you have led. How many technicians were on your crew, what were your responsibilities, and how did you handle daily planning, quality control, and communication with project managers, clients, or other trades?
Experience:
- sound and video installation: 5 years (Required)
- rack building: 5 years (Preferred)
- Cabling: 4 years (Preferred)
Language:
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
