Access Control, BICSI (Building Industry Consulting Service International), Blueprints, CCTV, Commissioning, Computer Networks, Construction Drawings, Electrical Wiring, Hand Tools, Hardware Installation, Health Plan, Hospital, Identify Issues, Leadership, Low Voltage (LV), OSHA, Project/Program Coordination, Schematics, System Test, Testing, Time Management, Warehousing, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
1 day ago
Lead Access Control Technician
Join Next Level Technician as a Lead Access Control Technician in Houston, TX! Earn $25–$35/hr, enjoy weekly pay, benefits, and steady work with a national leader in low voltage staffing.
Responsibilities:
Lead the installation, troubleshooting, servicing, and commissioning of commercial access control and security systems
Program, configure, and support Lenel, Brivo, and Genetec access control platforms
Install and troubleshoot door hardware, including mag locks, electric strikes, request-to-exit devices, door contacts, transfer hinges, and card readers
Install, service, and troubleshoot CCTV systems
Read and interpret access control, CCTV, and low voltage blueprints, schematics, and construction drawings
Coordinate with project managers and lead technicians to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule
Perform system testing, commissioning, and customer turnover
Troubleshoot wiring issues, power failures, lock failures, relay issues, and communication problems between field devices and controllers
Work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
Work safely on ladders and lifts while following all job site safety requirements
Install and support low voltage systems at schools, hospitals, offices, warehouses, and other commercial facilities
Requirements:
5+ years of commercial access control installation experience
Previous experience leading crews on commercial security projects
Current certifications in Lenel, Brivo, and Genetec are required
Experience working in schools, hospitals, and other commercial environments
Strong working knowledge of telecom and data networks
Experience programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting enterprise access control systems
Comfortable using a multimeter to diagnose power, voltage, continuity, and device issues in the field
Solid understanding of relays and how they function within access control and security systems
Ability to troubleshoot and identify wiring issues, power failures, lock failures, relay issues, and communication problems between field devices and access control panels/controllers
BICSI, Lift, OSHA, and other manufacturer certifications are a plus
Must have basic hand tools and PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, hi-vis vest, and steel-toe boots)
Willingness to travel to job sites throughout the Houston area as needed
Why Work with Next Level Technician in Houston, TX?
Weekly Pay: Get paid every week, no waiting.
Competitive Wages: $25–$35/hr based on your experience and certifications.
PTO, medical benefits, sign-on & referral bonuses
Career Growth: Advance through BICSI-certified training and hands-on project experience.
Dedicated Recruiter Support: Work with a recruiter who understands Houston's low voltage industry.
National Footprint: Join a team respected across Texas and the United States.
About Next Level Technician Next Level Technician connects job-ready low voltage technicians with top employers. We handle compliance, payroll, and safety so you can focus on your career. Advance your skills and grow with us!
How to Apply Ready to take your career to the next level in Houston, TX? Email your resume to briana.arrowood@nextleveltechnician.com for immediate consideration or fill out a quick application on our website. Share this opportunity with a qualified Houston-area technician looking for their next career move!