District AV
Bethesda, Maryland
09/15/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description District AV is looking for an experienced Lead AV Technician / Programmer to join our growing team. We specialize in high-end residential AV, networking, lighting, shading, surveillance, and smart home systems throughout Maryland, DC, and Northern Virginia. We are looking for someone who can take ownership of an installation from start to finish. You should understand more than how to install equipment. You need to understand how an AV system works , how the different components communicate, and how to troubleshoot a system when something isn't working correctly. For example, you should be able to explain and troubleshoot the signal flow of a 5.1 surround sound system, including how audio and video travel from a source device through an AVR or processor to the display, amplifier, speakers, and subwoofer. You will work directly with our team, clients, builders, and other trades and will be responsible for maintaining a high standard of workmanship on every project. Responsibilities Lead residential AV and low-voltage installations Program, configure, test, and troubleshoot AV and smart home systems Understand and troubleshoot audio and video signal flow Install and configure TVs, projectors, AV receivers, processors, amplifiers, speakers, subwoofers, and other AV equipment Set up and troubleshoot surround sound systems, including 5.1 and other multi-channel systems Build, wire, dress, label, and troubleshoot equipment racks Configure and troubleshoot HDMI, ARC/eARC, HDBaseT, audio distribution, video distribution, and control systems Install and configure networking equipment, including routers, switches, wireless access points, and other IP devices Install and configure surveillance cameras and related equipment Program and configure smart home/control systems Read system drawings, wiring diagrams, and project documentation Diagnose system problems and determine whether an issue is related to wiring, programming, networking, equipment, or configuration Perform system testing and final commissioning Make sure systems are fully functional before leaving a project Train clients on how to use their systems Communicate clearly with the project team about progress, missing equipment, changes, and outstanding items Document completed work with notes and photos Maintain clean and organized job sites Help train and oversee junior technicians as our team grows What We're Looking For We are looking for someone with hands-on experience in the residential AV or custom integration industry. You should have a strong understanding of: Audio and video signal flow AV receivers and surround sound systems Amplifiers, speakers, and subwoofers HDMI, ARC/eARC, and HDBaseT Residential networking and IP-based devices Equipment racks and structured wiring Troubleshooting AV systems Smart home/control system programming Multi-room audio and video systems Low-voltage wiring and termination You should be able to look at a system, understand how it is supposed to work, and methodically troubleshoot it when it doesn't. Programming Experience Programming experience within the AV industry is required. Experience with any of the following is especially valuable: Control4 Lutron Josh.ai Ubiquiti / UniFi Sonos AV receivers and processors such as Anthem, Marantz, Denon, or similar Surveillance and NVR systems You do not need experience with every platform, but you should already understand the fundamentals of AV programming and be comfortable learning new systems. Ideal Candidate Has professional experience in residential AV, custom integration, or low-voltage systems Can independently troubleshoot AV problems Understands signal flow rather than simply following installation instructions Is comfortable programming and configuring systems Takes ownership of a project and follows through until everything works Produces clean, organized rack and wiring work Is comfortable working in high-end homes and interacting with clients Communicates well with clients, coworkers, builders, and other trades Is organized and detail-oriented Can lead or help train less-experienced technicians Has a valid driver's license and reliable transportation Takes pride in doing things correctly rather than simply getting the job done Nice to Have Experience with: Control4 programming Lutron HomeWorks or RA3 Josh.ai Ubiquiti networking Ketra lighting Motorized shades Surveillance systems Home theaters Multi-room audio Distributed video Network troubleshooting Rack fabrication System commissioning Schedule This is a full-time, in-person position. Most work will take place at client homes and job sites throughout Maryland, Washington, DC, and Northern Virginia. Compensation Compensation will depend on experience and technical ability. We are looking for someone who can contribute immediately as a lead technician and programmer, and compensation will reflect the candidate's level of AV knowledge, programming experience, troubleshooting ability, and ability to independently manage installations. Company Description District-AV is a growing residential technology company based in the DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia area. We help homeowners, builders, designers, and architects with smart home systems, networking, Wi-Fi, TVs, speakers, lighting control, shades, cameras, and other low-voltage technology. Our goal is to make home technology simple, clean, reliable, and easy to use. We are a small team, which means everyone has an important role and no one is stuck doing just one thing. Some days are spent organizing materials and projects, some days are spent helping the install team, and other days are spent coordinating schedules, orders, and client follow-up. We care about doing good work, staying organized, communicating clearly, and doing what we say we are going to do. We are looking for someone reliable, sharp, hands-on, and willing to learn. As we grow, there is room for the right person to take on more responsibility and grow with the company. Company Description District-AV is a growing residential technology company based in the DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia area. We help homeowners, builders, designers, and architects with smart home systems, networking, Wi-Fi, TVs, speakers, lighting control, shades, cameras, and other low-voltage technology. Our goal is to make home technology simple, clean, reliable, and easy to use. We are a small team, which means everyone has an important role and no one is stuck doing just one thing. Some days are spent organizing materials and projects, some days are spent helping the install team, and other days are spent coordinating schedules, orders, and client follow-up. We care about doing good work, staying organized, communicating clearly, and doing what we say we are going to do. We are looking for someone reliable, sharp, hands-on, and willing to learn. As we grow, there is room for the right person to take on more responsibility and grow with the company.