INSTALLATION SUPERVISOR

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your leadership shapes a team’s success, fostering open communication and delivering honest, constructive feedback to drive excellence? Are you passionate about leveraging your deep knowledge of audio-visual systems to solve complex challenges and ensure flawless project execution? At Pacific West Sound, we’re seeking an Installation Supervisor who is a proactive, self-motivated leader ready to oversee our installation teams, manage high-impact AV projects, and build lasting relationships with clients and stakeholders. If you’re driven by precision, collaboration, and the opportunity to make a tangible difference, this is your chance to shine.

About Us

Pacific West Sound, based in Bakersfield, CA, is a trusted leader in audio-visual solutions, delivering innovative installations for clients across diverse industries. Our success is built on a culture of accountability, technical expertise, and customer satisfaction. We’re looking for a dynamic Installation Supervisor to lead our teams and elevate our projects to new heights.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage installation technicians, ensuring efficient execution of AV projects within time frames and budgets.
• Lead special projects, including large-scale AV upgrades and new builds, driving technical solutions and schedules.
• Monitor labor, materials, and travel budgets, ensuring compliance with contract requirements and reporting updates to the Contracting Business Manager.
• Implement quality assurance programs, routinely inspecting job sites to maintain high standards and customer satisfaction.
• Foster positive relationships with project stakeholders, presenting a professional image and addressing inquiries or concerns.
• Train and develop staff on implementation practices, technical skills, and product knowledge to support their growth.
• Coordinate project scheduling and billing with clients and the Office Manager.
• Proactively identify and resolve issues during project execution, ensuring timelines and quality standards are met.

Key Competencies

• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of AV systems (audio, video, lighting, control systems) and related technologies.
• Leadership: Strong project planning, resource allocation, and risk management skills, with a focus on fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Communication: Exceptional ability to communicate with clients, team members, vendors, and stakeholders, resolving conflicts and building trust.
• Problem-Solving: Quick to identify issues, make informed decisions, and implement solutions to keep projects on track.
• Time Management: Adept at prioritizing tasks, managing deadlines, and coordinating multiple projects.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to review project plans, documentation, and deliverables for accuracy.
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in dynamic environments, from construction sites to client offices, with flexibility for independent and collaborative tasks.
• Math Skills: Proficient in applying concepts like fractions, percentages, and ratios to project planning and budgeting.

Physical Demands

• Regularly handle tools, operate computers/controls, and reach for objects.
• Ability to speak, hear, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds.
• Close and distant vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Work in environments with general office noise, light traffic, or occasional loud noises.
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for extended periods and operate heavy machinery (e.g., forklifts, man-lifts, scissor-lifts).

Work Environment

This role blends field-based work at construction sites and client offices with desk-based tasks like reviewing documents and responding to emails. You’ll travel between sites, collaborate with internal teams, and work independently as needed, requiring flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic setting.

Why Join Pacific West Sound?

• Leadership Impact: Shape a high-performing team and drive projects that transform client experiences.
• Collaborative Culture: Work in an environment that values honest feedback, teamwork, and professional growth.
• Career Development: Access training and opportunities to advance your skills in AV technology and leadership.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy health insurance, paid time off, and performance-based incentives.

How to Apply

If you’re a self-starter passionate about leading teams, mastering AV technology, and delivering exceptional results, we want you on our team. Please submit your resume, a cover letter, and responses to the following questions to careers@pacificwestsound.com:

1. How have you fostered a team environment where honest feedback drives growth, and what’s an example of how you’ve used feedback to improve your leadership or project outcomes?
2. Describe a challenging AV project you’ve led or contributed to. How did you navigate technical or logistical obstacles to ensure success?
3. What excites you most about supervising AV installations at Pacific West Sound, and how do your skills align with our mission to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions?

Applications without answers to these questions will not be considered. We’re seeking thoughtful responses that demonstrate your leadership, technical expertise, and passion for the role.

Pacific West Sound is an equal opportunity employer.