AV Lead Technician Project Manager Bergen County

Almera Tech Services
  • Westwood, New Jersey
  • $28–$35 Per Hour
5 days ago

Job Description

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
We are seeking an experienced Senior Home Technology Installer & Project Manager to lead residential audio, video, networking, smart home, and CCTV projects from pre-wire through final commissioning. This role is ideal for a highly skilled technician who is ready to take ownership of projects, lead field teams, interface with clients and builders, and ensure exceptional execution and customer satisfaction.
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 driver’s 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 We’re 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 you’re ready to step into a leadership role and build exceptional smart home experiences, we’d love to hear from you.
Compensation: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour

Numbers & Facts

LocationWestwood, New Jersey
Salary$28–$35 Per Hour

Skills

  • Audiovisualunmatched
  • Automationunmatched
  • Best Practicesunmatched
  • Blueprintsunmatched
  • Budget Managementunmatched
  • CCTVunmatched
  • Cisco Network Systemsunmatched
  • Commissioningunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Crestronunmatched
  • Customer Experienceunmatched
  • Customer Relationsunmatched
  • Customer Satisfactionunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Distributed Computingunmatched
  • Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Electrical Wiringunmatched
  • Electricityunmatched
  • Health Insuranceunmatched
  • Home Networkingunmatched
  • Home Securityunmatched
  • IP (Internet Protocol)unmatched
  • IP Addressingunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Industry/Trade Analysisunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Leading Edge Technologyunmatched
  • Licensingunmatched
  • Low Voltage (LV)unmatched
  • Mentoringunmatched
  • Network Routersunmatched
  • Network Switchingunmatched
  • Network System Hardwareunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Project/Program Managementunmatched
  • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
  • Remote Accessunmatched
  • Residential Constructionunmatched
  • Schematicsunmatched
  • Security Equipmentunmatched
  • Smart Homesunmatched
  • Surveillanceunmatched
  • Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
  • Systems/Internals Programmingunmatched
  • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
  • Technical Leadershipunmatched
  • Technical Operationsunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network)unmatched
  • Wi-Fiunmatched

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