AV Installation Technician

AV Installation Technician 📍 Long Lake, MN (Serving the Minneapolis/St. Paul Metro Area) 🕒 Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM 💲 Pay Range: $30–$40/hour (Based on Experience) 📌 Direct Hire Opportunity About the Opportunity Superior Skilled Trades is seeking an experienced AV Installation Technician to join a premier custom integration company specializing in luxury residential and light commercial technology solutions. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on installation work and takes pride in delivering high-end audio/video, networking, security, and smart home systems.

The ideal candidate has experience installing structured wiring, audio/video equipment, networking devices, surveillance cameras, and home automation products while providing exceptional customer service in occupied homes and commercial environments

Key Responsibilities

• Install and terminate low-voltage cabling including Cat5e, Cat6, speaker wire, fiber, and coaxial cable.
• Install and configure televisions, projectors, projection screens, soundbars, surround sound systems, amplifiers, receivers, and whole-home audio systems.
• Build and organize AV equipment racks with professional cable management.
• Install and troubleshoot Wi-Fi networks, access points, routers, switches, and structured wiring systems.
• Install surveillance cameras, video doorbells, access control, and security systems.
• Assist with installation of lighting control, motorized shades, and smart home automation systems.
• Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and system documentation to complete installations accurately.
• Test, troubleshoot, and verify proper system operation before project completion.
• Communicate professionally with homeowners, builders, project managers, and team members.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe job sites while following company quality standards.

Qualifications

Required:

• 3+ years of experience installing residential or commercial AV/low-voltage systems.
• Experience pulling and terminating Cat5e/Cat6 cable.
• Familiarity with structured cabling and rack building.
• Experience mounting TVs, speakers, projectors, and AV equipment.
• Basic understanding of IP networking.
• Ability to read blueprints and wiring diagrams.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work on ladders, attics, and crawl spaces. Preferred Experience Experience with one or more of the following:
• Sonos
• Control4
• Lutron (RA3/HomeWorks)
• UniFi (Ubiquiti)
• Alarm.com
• Q-SYS
• ELAN
• Savant
• Josh.ai
• Ring
• Hikvision
• Axis
• Samsung
• Sony Skills
• Low Voltage Installation
• Structured Cabling
• Home Automation
• Networking
• AV Troubleshooting
• TV Mounting
• Rack Building
• Cable Termination
• Customer Service
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay
• Full-time, stable employment
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge smart home and commercial technology
• Ongoing manufacturer training and professional development
• Growth opportunities into Lead Technician or Project Management
• Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement (where applicable)
• Comprehensive benefits package INDH