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Audio Visual Technician

Modern Life Technical Solutions · Los Angeles, CA, USA ·

Job type:
Full Time

Modern Life Technical Solutions is a boutique low-voltage integration firm specializing in ultra-high-end luxury residential and commercial environments — estates, private home theaters, and professional recording and post-production facilities. We design, install, program, and support complex networks, smart home and AV systems for clients who demand precision and expect things done right the first time.

We are a small, established team with a culture built around one standard: be the best at what you do and have a nice day doing it. We invest in our people, maintain long-term client relationships, and take pride in craftsmanship. We’re growing and looking for experienced technicians or young but eager to be the best and ready to work at the highest level.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE
We are hiring across two experience levels:

Entry-Level Field Technician (3+ years verifiable field experience required)

Field Technician / Senior Installer

WHAT YOU'LL DO
Structured Cabling & Rough-In

Install all low-voltage cabling (Cat6/6A, coax, speaker wire, fiber) in new and existing structures

Maintain clean, organized, and fully labeled cable runs meeting luxury-grade standards

Trim, Termination & Finish

Terminate cables; install jacks, wall plates, rack infrastructure, and patch panels

Produce accurate as-built documentation and labeling for every system

Rack, mount, and configure audio/video components, displays, amplifiers, and distributed AV systems

Install AV-over-IP infrastructure (Crestron NVX/NAX and similar platforms)

Home theaters, multi-room audio, motorized shading, and whole-home control systems

Control Systems Programming

Commission with programmers, button press, test, and hand off systems with bug reports in google for programmers

Networking & Sub-Systems

Work with IT to test enterprise networking infrastructure including managed switches, routers, and Wi-Fi 6/7 access points (UniFi and Meraki experience a strong plus)

Integrate creston gear, end points, security cameras, access control, intercoms, and structured cabling sub-systems

WHAT YOU BRING
Required for All Roles

Minimum 3–5 years of verifiable hands‑on field experience in low‑voltage AV installation

Reliable personal vehicle with a clean driving record

Your own hand tools and common low‑voltage trade tools

Laptop or PC with reliable internet access

Valid U.S. work authorization (passport a plus)

Clean background check; drug-free

Based in the greater Los Angeles California or Bozeman Montana area

You're the Right Fit If You Are

Detail-oriented — you take pride in clean installs, precise labeling, and complete documentation

Communicative — comfortable interacting with architects, designers, GCs, and high-end clients on-site

Self-directed — you manage your work on a job site without needing constant oversight

Technically curious — you read documentation, engage vendor support, and pursue certifications

Professional and presentable — you represent the company inside luxury private residences

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Pay is based on demonstrated skill, experience, and the level of the role. We pay competitive rates and reward technicians who grow with us.

Competitive hourly or salary compensation scaled to experience

Performance bonuses and merit increases

Employee referral bonuses

Growth path — we promote from within and support continuing education and certifications

Small team environment with direct mentorship and real ownership of your work

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