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Position Overview
The Operations Supervisor leads floor operations with a focus on customer service, staff leadership and development. The Operations Supervisor directly leads the technical team to ensure operational efficiencies and customer satisfaction. This role may also participate in location administrative duties in support of onsite operations and for career development. This position reports to the DET, DOO, or Operations Manager.
Key Job Responsibilities
Operations Management
- Organizes the daily floor activities to ensure the timely set up, refresh and removal of equipment.
- Performs daily floor management including directing the workflow of technicians and assisting management with suggestions for operational efficiencies to venue management and Workforce.
- Ensures flowsheets are updated and properly completed.
- Works with team to establish coordinated communications for the management of events.
- Attends venue meetings as needed (examples: daily banquet event order meetings, pre and post conferences).
Customer Service
- Provides excellent service and strives to exceed the expectations and needs of internal and external customers by following and upholding Encore’s Service Standards and Operational Excellence through the modeling of proper behavior and adherence to Encore procedures.
- Maintains a positive relationship with all clients through effective communication.
- Meets with guests on site to ensure that their needs are met, and the equipment setup is working properly.
- Monitors events and checks in on customers throughout the day.
Training/Staff Development
- Assists in training technicians on all floor activities.
- Assists in training technicians on the venue’s operational standards and Encore’s service and operational standards.
- Serves as a mentor for new hires by providing guidance and understanding of the technician career journey.
- Models and reinforces a positive working environment centered around company values.
Event Technology
- Responsible for accurate and timely setup, operation, and breakdown of intermediate audiovisual equipment.
- Troubleshoot technical issues and resolve problems quickly as they arise.
- Complies with all Company security and safety measures.
- Ensures equipment is secure from theft and/or damage when in use.
- Performs preventative maintenance on equipment to keep it presentable and in good working condition.
- Leads the team in proper security, storage, transportation, and maintenance of equipment.
- Participates in physical inventory count processes as requested.
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
- 3-5 years of customer service or hospitality experience is preferred.
- 3-5 year of audio-visual experience is required.
- External applicants must meet/validate and achieve/complete all training and certifications required for this position, within 60 days of start date. For technical external requirements, view our career path at jobs.encoreglobal.com and "career path" or the direct link below https://jobs.encoreglobal.com/en/career-paths
- Internal applicants must meet/complete all training and certification requirements as determined by Encore’s Global Learning Training Program in their current position, and for the position they are applying to. Navigate to Connect, HR, Recruiting and Internal Employee Resources to review technical requirements.
- Knowledge of technical theory.
- Advanced problem-solving skills.
- Experience leading workflow and team members.
- A valid driver’s license is required for team members in positions that may operate Company vehicles.
- Additional DOT requirement may need to be met if applicable.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Competencies
Deliver World Class Service
- Hospitality
- Ownership
Do The Right Thing
- Manages Ambiguity
Drive Results
- Directs Work
- Achieves Goals
See The Big Picture
- Financial Acumen
Value People
- Builds Effective Teams
For more information on our Competency Group, refer to the Competency Based Talent Management page on Encore Connect by searching for the title or copy & pasting this URL Link (https://psav.sharepoint.com/sites/HR/SitePages/Competency-Supported-Talent-Management.aspx).
Physical Requirements
Team members must be able to meet the physical demands outlined below to successfully perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The frequency options are: Continuously, Frequently, Occasionally, and Never.
Physical Activities
- Sitting: 2-3 Hours
- Standing: 4-5 Hours
- Walking: 4-5 Hours
- Stooping: 2-3 Hours
- Crawling: 2-3 Hours
- Kneeling: 2-3 Hours
- Bending: 2-3 Hours
- Reaching (above your head): 2-3 Hours
- Climbing: 0-1 Hours
- Grasping: 4-5 Hours
Lifting Requirements
- 0 - 15 lbs*: Continuously
- 16 - 50 lbs*: Frequently
- 51 - 100 lbs: Occasionally
- Over 100 lbs: Occasionally
Carrying Requirements
- 0 - 15 lbs*: Continuously
- 16 - 50 lbs*: Frequently
- 51 - 100 lbs: Occasionally
- Over 100 lbs: Never
Auditory/Visual Requirements
- Close Vision: Continuously
- Distance Vision: Continuously
- Color Vision: Frequently
- Peripheral Vision: Occasionally
- Depth Perception: Frequently
- Hearing: Continuously
Pushing/Pulling Requirements
- 0 - 15 lbs*: Continuously
- 16 - 50 lbs*: Frequently
- 51 - 100 lbs*: Frequently
- Over 100 lbs: Occasionally
Note: The physical requirements marked with an asterisk () indicate activities performed without assistance.*
Work Environment
Hotel
Work is performed in a hotel/convention center environment with moderate exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and/or dust. The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members will use high-end audio-visual equipment and electrical components and will be exposed to heights via lifts and ladders. Team members may be asked to work in multiple hotel locations. Working times will include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based on an individual hotel or a representation of hotels in that city or area.
Warehouse
Work is performed at event venues as well as in a warehouse environment. Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based in a warehouse environment and when traveling, on an individual venue or a representation of venues in that city or area. When in the Warehouse, work will be completed in an environment with exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and/or dust. The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members may use high-end audio-visual equipment and electrical components. Working times may include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
The above information on this description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.
Hourly Pay Range: $20.82 - $27.07
The compensation offered for this role is determined based on the qualifications outlined in the job posting for the specified location. Final compensation is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant work experience, or particular skills and expertise. In addition, some positions may be eligible for other compensation such as potential overtime, bonuses or incentives.
Encore is committed to providing the best benefits options for our employees and families. Click here to view the benefits options for our employees worldwide.
We pride ourselves on cultivating a welcoming culture where every individual is celebrated for their unique strengths and differences. Click here to view details on our commitment to inclusivity and belonging.
Position Overview
The Operations Supervisor leads floor operations with a focus on customer service, staff leadership and development. The Operations Supervisor directly leads the technical team to ensure operational efficiencies and customer satisfaction. This role may also participate in location administrative duties in support of onsite operations and for career development. This position reports to the DET, DOO, or Operations Manager.
Key Job Responsibilities
Operations Management
- Organizes the daily floor activities to ensure the timely set up, refresh and removal of equipment.
- Performs daily floor management including directing the workflow of technicians and assisting management with suggestions for operational efficiencies to venue management and Workforce.
- Ensures flowsheets are updated and properly completed.
- Works with team to establish coordinated communications for the management of events.
- Attends venue meetings as needed (examples: daily banquet event order meetings, pre and post conferences).
Customer Service
- Provides excellent service and strives to exceed the expectations and needs of internal and external customers by following and upholding Encore’s Service Standards and Operational Excellence through the modeling of proper behavior and adherence to Encore procedures.
- Maintains a positive relationship with all clients through effective communication.
- Meets with guests on site to ensure that their needs are met, and the equipment setup is working properly.
- Monitors events and checks in on customers throughout the day.
Training/Staff Development
- Assists in training technicians on all floor activities.
- Assists in training technicians on the venue’s operational standards and Encore’s service and operational standards.
- Serves as a mentor for new hires by providing guidance and understanding of the technician career journey.
- Models and reinforces a positive working environment centered around company values.
Event Technology
- Responsible for accurate and timely setup, operation, and breakdown of intermediate audiovisual equipment.
- Troubleshoot technical issues and resolve problems quickly as they arise.
- Complies with all Company security and safety measures.
- Ensures equipment is secure from theft and/or damage when in use.
- Performs preventative maintenance on equipment to keep it presentable and in good working condition.
- Leads the team in proper security, storage, transportation, and maintenance of equipment.
- Participates in physical inventory count processes as requested.
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
- 3-5 years of customer service or hospitality experience is preferred.
- 3-5 year of audio-visual experience is required.
- External applicants must meet/validate and achieve/complete all training and certifications required for this position, within 60 days of start date. For technical external requirements, view our career path at jobs.encoreglobal.com and "career path" or the direct link below https://jobs.encoreglobal.com/en/career-paths
- Internal applicants must meet/complete all training and certification requirements as determined by Encore’s Global Learning Training Program in their current position, and for the position they are applying to. Navigate to Connect, HR, Recruiting and Internal Employee Resources to review technical requirements.
- Knowledge of technical theory.
- Advanced problem-solving skills.
- Experience leading workflow and team members.
- A valid driver’s license is required for team members in positions that may operate Company vehicles.
- Additional DOT requirement may need to be met if applicable.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Competencies
Deliver World Class Service
- Hospitality
- Ownership
Do The Right Thing
- Manages Ambiguity
Drive Results
- Directs Work
- Achieves Goals
See The Big Picture
- Financial Acumen
Value People
- Builds Effective Teams
For more information on our Competency Group, refer to the Competency Based Talent Management page on Encore Connect by searching for the title or copy & pasting this URL Link (https://psav.sharepoint.com/sites/HR/SitePages/Competency-Supported-Talent-Management.aspx).
Physical Requirements
Team members must be able to meet the physical demands outlined below to successfully perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The frequency options are: Continuously, Frequently, Occasionally, and Never.
Physical Activities
- Sitting: 2-3 Hours
- Standing: 4-5 Hours
- Walking: 4-5 Hours
- Stooping: 2-3 Hours
- Crawling: 2-3 Hours
- Kneeling: 2-3 Hours
- Bending: 2-3 Hours
- Reaching (above your head): 2-3 Hours
- Climbing: 0-1 Hours
- Grasping: 4-5 Hours
Lifting Requirements
- 0 - 15 lbs*: Continuously
- 16 - 50 lbs*: Frequently
- 51 - 100 lbs: Occasionally
- Over 100 lbs: Occasionally
Carrying Requirements
- 0 - 15 lbs*: Continuously
- 16 - 50 lbs*: Frequently
- 51 - 100 lbs: Occasionally
- Over 100 lbs: Never
Auditory/Visual Requirements
- Close Vision: Continuously
- Distance Vision: Continuously
- Color Vision: Frequently
- Peripheral Vision: Occasionally
- Depth Perception: Frequently
- Hearing: Continuously
Pushing/Pulling Requirements
- 0 - 15 lbs*: Continuously
- 16 - 50 lbs*: Frequently
- 51 - 100 lbs*: Frequently
- Over 100 lbs: Occasionally
Note: The physical requirements marked with an asterisk () indicate activities performed without assistance.*
Work Environment
Hotel
Work is performed in a hotel/convention center environment with moderate exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and/or dust. The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members will use high-end audio-visual equipment and electrical components and will be exposed to heights via lifts and ladders. Team members may be asked to work in multiple hotel locations. Working times will include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based on an individual hotel or a representation of hotels in that city or area.
Warehouse
Work is performed at event venues as well as in a warehouse environment. Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based in a warehouse environment and when traveling, on an individual venue or a representation of venues in that city or area. When in the Warehouse, work will be completed in an environment with exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and/or dust. The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members may use high-end audio-visual equipment and electrical components. Working times may include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
The above information on this description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.
Hourly Pay Range: $20.82 - $27.07
The compensation offered for this role is determined based on the qualifications outlined in the job posting for the specified location. Final compensation is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant work experience, or particular skills and expertise. In addition, some positions may be eligible for other compensation such as potential overtime, bonuses or incentives.
Encore is committed to providing the best benefits options for our employees and families. Click here to view the benefits options for our employees worldwide.
We pride ourselves on cultivating a welcoming culture where every individual is celebrated for their unique strengths and differences. Click here to view details on our commitment to inclusivity and belonging.
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Who's Hiring
- Encore Global102
- Pinnacle Live43
- CTI28
- FORTÉ8
- TRITECH Communications6
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Construction & Real Estate
- Education
- Food & Beverage
- Electronics & Hardware
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in lead audio visual technician jobs.
- CTS certification or CTS-I/CTS-D preferred by most employers
- 3-5 years of hands-on AV technician experience in live or corporate environments
- Proficiency with audiovisual control systems such as Crestron, AMX, or Extron
- Experience with digital mixing consoles and signal routing for live and installed audio
- Ability to read and produce AV system drawings and rack documentation
- Valid driver's license and ability to lift and rig AV equipment safely
Tips for Your Lead Audio Visual Technician Job Search
List your certifications above your experience
CTS, CTS-I, and CTS-D credentials carry real weight in AV hiring. Put them in a dedicated section at the top of your resume so hiring managers spot them before reading your work history. Employers often filter candidates by certification first.
Tailor your resume to the venue type
Corporate AV leads, live event leads, and house-of-worship leads face different technical demands. Mirror the language in each posting: rack builds and AMX control for corporate, RF coordination and FOH for events. Generic resumes lose to targeted ones.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists lead audio visual technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Show system diagrams in your portfolio
A one-page signal flow diagram or rack layout you designed tells a hiring manager more than a bullet point ever can. Include two or three annotated examples from past installs or events that show your decision-making, not just your execution.
Prepare a troubleshooting story for interviews
Interviewers for lead roles almost always ask how you handled a failure mid-event or mid-installation. Rehearse one clear story with the problem, your diagnosis process, the fix, and what you changed afterward. Vague answers cost you the offer.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate pay
Before accepting or countering an offer, clarify whether the lead role includes hiring authority, budget sign-off, or crew scheduling. These define the actual seniority of the position and affect your leverage when negotiating compensation and title.
Lead Audio Visual Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most lead audio visual technicians?
The companies hiring the most lead audio visual technicians right now include Encore Global, Pinnacle Live, and CTI, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Convention centers, managed AV services firms, and large hotel chains tend to post the most consistent volume.
How many lead audio visual technician jobs are remote?
About 23% of lead audio visual technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most AV lead roles. Remote opportunities are most common in AV project management, system design, and technical support coordination rather than on-site installation or live event production.
How do you become a lead audio visual technician?
Start by building hands-on experience as an AV technician across installs, live events, or corporate environments, then earn your CTS credential through AVIXA to validate your knowledge formally. Take on crew lead responsibilities whenever possible, develop fluency in control systems like Crestron or AMX, and document your project work so you can demonstrate scope and leadership to employers.
Can you get hired as a lead audio visual technician with little experience?
Getting hired directly into a lead role with minimal experience is rare, but technicians who have led small crews informally, managed load-in logistics, or handled FOH duties independently often make a credible case. Highlighting any moment where you owned a technical outcome, trained a colleague, or solved a problem without supervision strengthens an application even when your years on the job are limited.
What does the lead audio visual technician interview process look like?
Most interviews begin with a phone or video screen focused on your certification status and venue experience, followed by an in-person or technical interview where you walk through past projects and troubleshoot a scenario live. Some employers include a working interview or a facility walkthrough to assess how you think on the floor before making an offer.
Where can I find and apply to lead audio visual technician jobs?
You can find and apply to lead audio visual technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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