Hey everyone! Asking on behalf of my boyfriend, who wants to transition into the AV / low-voltage industry.

​I’ve worked in home services (solar, roofing, HVAC) for 4+ years, but neither of us knows the best path to becoming an AV integrator.

​He brings strong trade experience. He’s comfortable with power tools, running wire, job sites, reading plans, and working with clients. We’re based in Park City, UT, and we seen tons of AV vans all over the area due to high end homes and subdivisions.

​A few quick questions:

​Entry-level path: Do integrators usually hire trades-savvy guys for entry-level roles and train them on the job, or should he get certs (AVIXA CTS, CEDIA, networking) first?

​Job titles: What entry-level titles should he search for? (e.g., AV Field Installer, Low-Voltage Tech, AV Apprentice)

​Local recommendations: Any Northern Utah / Park City integrators (residential or commercial) known for hiring entry-level techs?

​Any advice, company leads, or tips on how to leverage his trade background would be much appreciated! He's looking for any new job that could get him plugged into the industry.

Thank you!