Access and Surveillance Engineer

VoltaGrid; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

VoltaGrid is seeking an Access and Surveillance Engineer in Houston, TX to install, maintain, and repair physical security and monitoring systems. Responsibilities include troubleshooting network-connected cameras, electronic door locks, and alarm systems to ensure security.

Qualified candidates will possess a 2-year technical degree or equivalent experience, with proficiency in IP networking and low-voltage wiring. Knowledge of industry-standard platforms is also essential.

Qualifications

• A 2-year technical degree or equivalent experience in IP networking, low-voltage wiring, or electronic security.
• Understanding of TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, and IP-based camera and cloud systems.
• Proficiency with industry-standard platforms is required.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain physical security and monitoring systems.
• Run low-voltage cabling and conduct routine inspections.
• Diagnose and resolve connectivity issues between security devices.

Skills

IP networking

Low-voltage wiring

Electronic security

TCP/IP

LAN/WAN

Education

2-year technical degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Avigilon

Genetec

Lenel

Axis

Ubiquiti

Verkada

Job description

Position Title: ACCESS AND SURVEILLANCE ENGINEER

Location: HOUSTON, TX or ABILENE, TX

FLSA Class: EXEMPT

Responsible to: SR MANAGER – NETWORK AND COMMUNICATION

Position Summary

Installs, maintains, and repairs physical security and monitoring systems. They are responsible for troubleshooting network-connected cameras, electronic door locks, card readers, and alarm systems to ensure commercial and government facilities remain secure.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Mount hardware (cameras, sensors, panels) and run low-voltage cabling (Cat5e, Cat6, coaxial).
• Conduct routine inspections, test system hardware, and perform software/firmware updates.
• Diagnose and resolve connectivity issues between security devices, networks, and monitoring stations.
• Program access permissions, configure Cloud / Network Video Recorders (NVRs), and map camera views.
• Instruct facility staff and security personnel on how to use access control software and monitoring interfaces.

Other Requirements

• A 2-year technical degree or equivalent experience in IP networking, low-voltage wiring, or electronic security.
• Understanding of TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, and IP-based camera and cloud systems.
• Proficiency with industry-standard platforms (e.g., Avigilon, Genetec, Lenel, Axis, Ubiquiti, Verkada).
• Abiltity to travel frequently to field locations, including overnight trips
• Ability to climb ladders
• Ability to operate aerial lifts
• Ability to work in tight spaces
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Valid Drivers License

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

VoltaGrid is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.