AV Lead Technician Project Manager Bergen County
4 days ago
Westwood
Job DescriptionBenefits: • 401(k), • 401(k) matching, • Health insurance This is a hands-on leadership role you will both manage projects and actively participate in installation and system configuration. Key Responsibilities Project Management • Lead residential AV, smart home, networking, and surveillance projects from kickoff to completion, • Review proposals, plans, and scope of work to ensure accurate execution, • Coordinate with homeowners, builders, electricians, and other trades, • Manage job timelines, labor allocation, and material procurement, • Conduct site walks and progress meetings, • Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to company standards Installation & Technical Execution • Perform and oversee pre-wiring, trim-out, and final installation, • Install and configure:, • Distributed audio systems (e.g., Sonos, Control4, etc.), • Home theaters and media rooms, • TV mounting and structured wiring, • Networking equipment (routers, switches, access points), • CCTV systems (IP cameras, NVRs, remote access setup), • Smart home systems (lighting control, automation, water monitoring, etc.), • Terminate, label, and test low-voltage wiring, • Rack build-out and clean cable management, • System programming and client handoff Leadership & Client Experience • Supervise and mentor junior technicians, • Maintain high installation standards and jobsite cleanliness, • Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, • Conduct system walkthroughs and training at project completion, • Support service department with escalated troubleshooting when needed Qualifications • 5+ years experience in residential AV, low-voltage, or smart home installation, • Proven experience managing projects and leading teams, • Strong knowledge of:, • Home networking fundamentals (IP addressing, VLANs, WiFi optimization), • Distributed audio/video systems, • CCTV systems and remote access configuration, • Structured wiring best practices, • Ability to read blueprints and wiring schematics, • Clean, organized rack-building and cable management skills, • Strong troubleshooting abilities, • Valid drivers license and clean driving record Preferred Certifications (not required but a plus): • Control4, Savant, or Crestron certification, • Networking certifications (Ubiquiti, Araknis, Cisco, etc.), • Low-voltage or security licensing (as required by state) What Were Looking For • A leader who takes ownership of projects, • Detail-oriented and quality-driven, • Calm under pressure and solutions-focused, • Professional and client-friendly, • Passionate about technology and staying current with industry trends Compensation & Benefits • Competitive salary based on experience, • Performance bonuses, • Company vehicle or vehicle allowance (if applicable), • Paid time off, • Ongoing training and certification opportunities, • Career growth into senior operations or technical leadership roles Why Join Us? We are not just installers we are long-term technology partners for our clients. This role offers the opportunity to lead high-end residential projects, work with cutting-edge technology, and be part of a company that values quality, service, and long-term relationships. If youre ready to step into a leadership role and build exceptional smart home experiences, wed love to hear from you.