Smart Home Technician - Luxury Residential at Springboard Automation – Trenton, New Jersey

Luxury Residential
$28–$42 per hour based on experience + $100 per overnight travel night
This is an hourly, non-exempt role

Install smart home systems in private residences across Philadelphia, Manhattan, NJ Beaches, and destination projects.

If you take pride in craftsmanship and want steady, year-round work with a strong team, this is for you.

What You’ll Do

• Install TVs, speakers, motorized shades, lighting control, and networking equipment
• Build and wire AV racks with precision
• Terminate and label low-voltage wiring cleanly
• Assist with programming and final system commissioning
• Troubleshoot issues on-site and solve problems professionally
• Work inside finished luxury homes where care and attention matter

What You Need

• 2+ years hands-on installation experience in residential AV, low-voltage, electrical, or construction
• Strong wiring, rack-building, and troubleshooting fundamentals
• Experience with Lutron, Sonos, Savant, or residential networking preferred
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and climb ladders
• Valid driver’s license
• Professional presence with clients, builders, and designers

If you are strong technically but missing one platform, we can train the right person.
Travel
Travel is an essential function of this role

• Projects in Philadelphia and NYC are common
• Overnight stays are required
• Longer-distance travel may occur, including destinations such as Miami or the Bahamas.
• All business travel beyond a normal commute is fully covered
• $100 per night overnight bonus when applicable
• Real hotels and team dinners

Perks & Benefits

• 401k with company match
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Paid Time Off + Holidays
• PTO balance match if joining from another AV company
• 100 per night overnight bonus when applicable
• Employee purchase program at cost
• Custom tech bag and professional apparel
• Fast tool approval. If it helps you do the job right, we buy it.
• Supportive team. No ego. No blame. Just solutions.

About Springboard Automation

Springboard Automation designs and delivers lighting, shading, AV, and networking systems for luxury residences. Our luxury systems are intuitive to operate, out of sight or elegant, and come with lasting support. For over 30 years, our culture of excellence and trust has been the cornerstone of our operations, ensuring that we remain a trusted name in the industry for years to come.

We value:
• Go Above and Beyond
• Own the Problem
• Say it Positive
• Be a Trusted Resource
• Assure Employee Happiness

We work hard. We support each other. No ego. No blame. Just high standards and strong teamwork.

If you want to build systems you are proud of and grow your skillset in luxury residential technology, apply now.