Freelance Rack Builder

Job Title: Freelance Rack Builder (AV Industry)
Location: sites across London and the Home Counties
Pay: £190.00 – £240.00 per day (depending on experience)
Type: Freelance / Contract

An established AV integration company is looking for an experienced Freelance Rack Builder to support the assembly and wiring of AV and IT equipment racks for high-end residential and commercial projects.

This freelance role offers flexible working opportunities, both in dedicated workshops and on-site, preparing professional-grade racks for luxury homes, offices, and entertainment spaces.

Key Responsibilities:

• Building and wiring AV, IT, and control system racks to a high professional standard
• Terminating, labelling, and testing cables
• Lacing and dressing cables neatly for serviceable access
• Integrating systems such as audio processors, amplifiers, control systems, network equipment, and power management units
• Reading and working from detailed schematics and wiring schedules
• Supporting site teams with rack installation when required

Requirements:

• Proven experience building AV or IT racks (residential or commercial)
• Ability to read and follow technical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings
• Strong understanding of AV signal flows, networking, and power management
• High standards of cable management and finish
• Full set of hand tools and PPE
• ECS/CSCS certification (preferred)
• Full UK driving licence and own transport (essential if attending multiple sites)
• Availability for immediate or short-notice freelance work

Proud to be listed in the Times as one of ‘The Best Companies To Work For’, Prospero Integrated is an innovative and forward-thinking recruitment agency. With over two decades of experience, our consultants work hard to find you the most suitable role, from a wide range of AV jobs across the UK and internationally, in thousands of excellent sites and events. We are an APSCO-audited recruitment agency, and our awards for excellence demonstrate our commitment to high-quality service and best practice.