Installation Technician, Access Control

Key Responsibilities

• Run, route, terminate, and test low-voltage cabling
• Install conduit, raceway, and cable support systems
• Drill and secure cabling through walls, ceilings, floors, and other building structures
• Install and connect control panels, door contacts, card readers, electric strikes, magnetic locks, biometric scanners, sensors, keypads, and cameras
• Configure access control software, set security permissions, perform system startup and functional testing, and integrate systems with CCTV or alarm platforms
• Assign and configure IPv4 addresses for cameras, controllers, and other network-connected devices
• Troubleshoot basic network connectivity issues
• Diagnose and repair malfunctioning hardware, software faults, circuits, sensors, power supplies, and security devices
• Perform preventative maintenance, conduct system tests, and keep detailed records of equipment changes
• Document reading and interpretation of blueprints, wiring diagrams, system schematics, and project/service records
• Educate end-users and facility staff on how to operate systems, manage credentials, and pull reports
• Complete projects safely, on time, and in accordance with company standards and customer expectations

Essential Job Functions

• Prepare the area for installation, including surveying, establishing the installation process, and following installation guidelines, safety, and post-installation testing requirements
• Assist with loading and unloading tools, equipment, and supplies for the job
• Oversee cost effectiveness and proper disposal of leftover materials according to regulations and local requirements
• Keep the company vehicle clean, operate it safely, and notify the Program Manager of any vehicle issues
• Demonstrate strong customer service and interact professionally with customers to resolve concerns
• Collaborate seamlessly within a team setting and show a willingness to learn new products
• Maintain regular attendance during typical work hours and provide flexibility for on-call and after-hours emergency servicing
• Adhere to safety guidelines and policies, and perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 2+ years of commercial low-voltage or security system installation experience, including access control and cameras
• Experience with access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, or alarm systems
• Strong understanding of low-voltage electrical systems, wiring, device termination, and system testing
• Basic networking and IT infrastructure knowledge, including IPv4 addressing and device connectivity
• Hands-on experience with electronic locking mechanisms and access platforms
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, electrical drawings, and architectural blueprints
• Professional communication and customer service skills, with a strong work ethic
• Capacity to lift heavy equipment, climb ladders, and work both indoors and outdoors
• Familiarity with computers, networks, installation of access control devices, cameras, programming, and access control systems

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Flexible shifts and adaptability to different work schedules, including on-call rotation for emergency after-hours service, are required.