Lead AV Technician

OVERVIEW:           

The Lead Technician works on customer sites in a variety of environments including new construction, remodels, and operating facilities. This position is also responsible for complying with Encore standards for Safety, and Customer Service. 

Compensation Range for this Role: $28.00-36.00 per hour

• Encore is a legacy company that has a strong track record of promoting from within our workforce. There is a career path for you at Encore!
• You will have access to Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. We have Benefit Programs that include a no cost option for our employees.
• Employees have access to Short-Term, Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• A retirement plan, including an employee-matched 401(k).
• An Employee Assistance Program that includes counseling, legal and financial advice.
• Receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and all major holidays.
• Get technical, safety, personal finance, and leadership training through Encore University. This program is at no cost to our employees and will help further your personal growth and your career!
• Opportunity to enroll in our Advanced Apprenticeship Program. You will earn additional compensation and gain technical and leadership knowledge for your career in the Electrical Industry
• Generous Employee Referral Program! 
• 2019 AGC Safety Excellence Grand Award Winner
• Encore Electric was named among the Top Workplaces in America to work by The Denver Post.

General Responsibilities

Works with a commitment to safety

Upholds the core values of Encore Electric

Acts as a professional and uses basic work ethics

• Comes to work on time every day with appropriate attire and tools

Keeps work area clean

Installs quality work in a neat and workmanship like manner

Treats tools with respect

Works and climbs on ladders, lifts, and elevated platforms

Identifies technology parts and components

Performs strenuous physical work i.e., digging, kneeling, shoveling, lifting, pulling, pushing, climbing

Keeps up with changing technology

Wears tools at all required times

Works in all weather conditions

Specific Responsibilities

Work independently or as part of a team

Understand and follow safety guidelines and ensure others are following the appropriate protocols

Understand scopes of work and can effectively complete the tasks associated

Understand common industry tools including applicable testing equipment and how to use them

Efficiently lead on different sized projects and/or more than one crew

Communicate, educate, and delegate effectively

Specific Responsibilities for an AV Lead

Knowledge of installing various cable types

Proficient in cable pathway installation, understanding standards and code

Knowledge of common audio-visual equipment and hardware of various types

Perform installation tasks in a manner that meets or exceeds industry standards, including:

• Cable termination (Crimp, Solder, Captive Screw)
• Mounting of devices
• Proper cable labeling techniques

Structural mounting and rigging

Projector and Screen installation

Speaker installation (wall, ceiling, or portable) knows basics of 8ohm versus 70/100-volt system

Flat panel display installation (wall or ceiling mount)

Camera installation (wall or ceiling mount)

Microphone Installation (Tabletop or ceiling)

Demonstrate knowledge of industry recognized testing equipment

Data Connections, including:

• Cat5E and Cat6/A 568A/B terminations​
• Shielded and unshielded part numbers and use STP, UTP, F/UTP
• Fiber Optic Connections
• Assembling and testing patch cables

General Responsibilities for each Lead

Ability to train and mentor junior technicians on installations standards and methods, as well as company related requirements

Work within time and budget restraints

Provide site supervision of the installation team with direction from the Senior Tech or Project Manager

The ability to perform close-out documentation procedures as well as daily/weekly company documentation requirements

Ability to procure materials collaboratively through Operations/Project Management for project related needs

Crew Safety training and PPE assignment required to meet or exceed customer, industry, GC, and local jurisdiction requirements

Always Promote a strong culture of Health and Safety

Read and interpret electronic schematics, installation drawings and architectural blueprints

Assist with basic mechanical fabrication, as necessary.

Other duties may be assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Constructability and the construction process
• MS Office Software and other misc. computer programs
• Blueprint drawings and how it applies to the project.
• Reading blueprint drawings
• Wiring diagrams
• Schematics
• Low voltage systems
• Basic network principles
• Basic technology principles and standards

Skill in:

• Effective Listening
• Speaking intelligently
• Acting as a self-starter
• Spatial orientation
• Visualizing the constructability of an estimate
• Identifying scope gaps in construction documents
• Positive Customer Interactions
• Estimating the necessary resources needed to complete required tasks.
• Adapting to new and changing requirements, environments, and/or information
• Assist and manage people and processes.
• Using construction software
• Effective written and oral communication sufficient to be able to elicit and communicate information and achieve understanding.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

A functional physical is required to be completed and passed before work can be performed in all field positions. The physical requirements can often be completed repetitively and for extended periods of time. These requirements include:

• Driving
• Sitting
• Climbing
• Lifting, floor to chest (up to 50lbs)
• Lifting, floor to waist (up to 50lbs)
• Lifting, waist to overhead (up to 30lbs each arm)
• Carrying (up to 50lbs)
• Standing
• Stooping
• Vision acuity (near, far and without color deficiencies)
• Walking
• Kneeling
• Trimming (final installation of electrical devices)
• Pushing (up to 100lbs)
• Pulling (up to 100lbs)

REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent and three to five years of experience in a Technology Construction related field is preferred. Formal education in Electronics or related fields is also preferred.

Benefits:

• Encore Electric provides excellent benefits for our employees, including: medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, and life insurance, employee-matched 401(k), paid time off (PTO), an employee assistance program that includes counseling, legal, and financial advice.
• Encore also provides a generous employee referral program, and access to technical, safety, personal finance, and leadership training through Encore University, Encore’s in house training program.
• This position is eligible for cell phone allowances and the short-term incentive program.

Applications will close for this position on: December 31, 2025 or until role has been filled 

To request an accommodation during the application process, please contact HR@EncoreElectric.com.

Encore Electric, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.

NO Agencies or Third-Party Recruiters/resumes please.