Access Control Technician

Perimeter Solutions Group

Now Hiring! Access Control Technician

Location: Atlanta, GA

Salary: $23 – $32/hr. DOE

Overview
We are seeking skilled Access Control Technician(s)to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for programming, installing, and maintaining electronic fences, gate operating systems, access control barriers, and related technologies. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong technical background and excellent problem-solving skills.

What You’ll Do:

• Installation and Programming: Install, program, and configure electronic fences, gate operating systems, and access control barriers
• Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Perform regular maintenance and troubleshooting of access control systems to ensure optimal performance
• System Integration: Integrate access control systems with other security and building management systems
• Technical Support: Provide technical support and training to clients and end-users on the operation and maintenance of access control systems
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of installations, maintenance, and repairs. Prepare detailed reports on system performance and issues
• Compliance: Ensure all installations and operations comply with relevant safety and security standards and regulations
• Customer Service: Respond to customer inquiries and service requests in a timely and professional manner

What You’ll Need:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or associate degree in electronics, electrical engineering, or a related field preferred
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in access control systems, electronic security systems, or a related field preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in programming and configuring access control systems, electronic fences, and gate operating systems. Knowledge of networking and system integration
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and carry equipment, work in various environments, and perform tasks that may require climbing ladders or working in confined spaces
• Certifications: Relevant certifications such as Certified Access Control Technician (CACT) or similar are a plus

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this position successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use both hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is required to stand for long periods of time; walk for extended periods of time; sit; squat; kneel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee regularly works with moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical coverage
• Dental and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off and paid holidays

Perimeter Solutions Group is the premier provider of fence, gates, automation/access controls, and rental barriers in the US with locations in Tampa, Lake Helen FL, McDonough GA, Savannah GA, Phoenix AZ and Glendale AZ. PSG is a rapidly growing and expanding platform, performing a over 1,000 installations annually including commercial, educational, military, governmental, and alternate energy properties throughout the southern U.S.