Gate Technician

We're looking for an experienced Gate Technician to run service calls, assist with installations, troubleshoot automated gate systems, and take pride in quality work. Our projects cover both commercial and residential sites throughout Northern Illinois, involving a variety of gate systems—from mechanical repairs and welding to gate operators, control boards, vehicle loops, and sensing devices. If you want steady work and the freedom to do your job without micromanagement, we’d like to talk.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair commercial and residential automated gate systems.
• Install and service swing, slide, barrier gate systems, and related access controls.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical failures.
• Replace control boards, loops, photo eyes, receivers, and external sensing devices.
• Perform welding and light fabrication as needed.
• Repair hinges, rollers, tracks, wheels, locks, and gate hardware.
• Complete service documentation with photos and notes.
• Represent Gate Options professionally with customers.

Requirements

• 2 years of automated gate experience is preferred, but not required.
• Ability to independently diagnose and repair commercial and residential automated gate systems.
• Experience installing and programming commercial and residential gate operators.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Welding and fabrication experience.
• Comfortable using a multimeter and reading wiring diagrams.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 75 pounds and work outdoors.

Skills

Experience with one or more of the following is preferred:

• DoorKing
• LiftMaster
• HySecurity
• Nice
• FAAC
• Linear
• Telephone Entry Systems
• Vehicle Loop Systems
• Photo Eyes
• Radio Receivers
• Keypads

We’re looking for someone who:

• Can work independently.
• Takes pride in clean, quality work.
• Enjoys and excels at troubleshooting difficult problems.
• Communicates well with customers and associates.
• Is prompt and keeps commitments.
• Wants to be part of a strong and growing team.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance
• Company vehicle for installations and service
• Company credit card for fuel and material expenses
• Toll tag
• Major/specialty tools provided
• Manufacturer training
• Steady work

Pay

$25 to $35 per hour starting pay

Schedule

Paid holidays

Paid time off

About the Company

We're building a long-term service and installation team, not just filling a position. As we continue to grow, we're looking for experienced technicians who want more responsibility, more input, and the opportunity to help build one of the best gate service teams in Northern Illinois.

Work Location: In person