Access Control Lead Technician

TradeSTAR, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Competitive pay

Long-term opportunities

Leading contractors

Complex projects

Career development

Referral bonus

Job summary

TradeSTAR in Irving, TX is seeking a hands-on Lead Technician to oversee commercial electronic security installations across the Dallas–Fort Worth area, coordinating field activities, guiding technicians, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring work is completed safely and to spec.

You will install and service access control, CCTV/IP video surveillance, and intrusion systems, read blueprints and wiring diagrams, test systems, and mentor Helpers and Apprentices while communicating progress to

Qualifications

• 4+ years in commercial electronic security or low-voltage.
• Experience leading technicians or owning projects.
• Strong hands-on access control experience.
• Experience with CCTV/IP surveillance systems.
• Ability to read blueprints and wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Lead technicians on commercial electronic security installations and coordinate daily field activities.
• Install and service access control systems, CCTV/IP video surveillance, and intrusion systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, floor plans, and wiring diagrams.
• Troubleshoot devices, wiring, and system connectivity.
• Provide hands-on guidance to Helpers, Apprentices, and Technicians.
• Document installations and communicate progress to leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Access control

CCTV/IP video

Intrusion systems

Reading blueprints

Team mentoring

Project coordination

Technical communication

Tools

Lenel

HID

Honeywell

Job description

The Opportunity

You'll help lead electronic security installations in commercial environments throughout DFW, including office buildings, healthcare facilities, schools, industrial facilities, data centers, and other large-scale projects. This is a hands-on leadership position. You'll coordinate field activities, guide technicians, troubleshoot installation issues, and help ensure projects are completed safely and according to specifications.

Company Profile

Our client has more than 30 years of experience providing electrical, low-voltage, and smart-building solutions nationwide. Their capabilities include commercial security, access control, surveillance, A/V, Voice/Data, and other integrated building technologies. Headquartered in Texas with locations across the country, they support complex commercial projects and provide experienced technicians opportunities to continue developing their technical and field leadership skills.

What You'll Do

• Lead technicians on commercial electronic security installations and coordinate daily field activities.
• Install and service access control systems, including card readers, request-to-exit devices, electric strikes, magnetic locks, door contacts, power supplies, and control panels.
• Install and troubleshoot CCTV and IP video surveillance systems.
• Install and support intrusion detection and alarm systems.
• Perform device installation, wiring, termination, testing, and system checkout.
• Integrate access control, surveillance, intrusion, and other electronic security technologies.
• Pull, terminate, label, dress, and test low-voltage cabling.
• Read and interpret blueprints, floor plans, riser diagrams, wiring diagrams, and project documentation.
• Troubleshoot devices, wiring, connectivity, and system issues.
• Assist with site surveys, material coordination, and project planning.
• Maintain accurate installation documentation and system records.
• Provide hands-on guidance to Helpers, Apprentices, and Level I-III Technicians.
• Communicate project progress, challenges, and material needs with project leadership.
• Help ensure installations meet quality standards, manufacturer requirements, applicable codes, and jobsite safety requirements.

What We're Looking For

• 4+ years of commercial electronic security or low-voltage experience preferred.
• Previous experience leading technicians or taking ownership of security installations.
• Strong hands-on experience with commercial access control systems.
• Experience installing and troubleshooting CCTV/IP video surveillance systems.
• Familiarity with intrusion detection and alarm systems.
• Experience with platforms and manufacturers such as Lenel, HID, Honeywell, or similar systems.
• Understanding of locking hardware, power supplies, relays, inputs/outputs, control panels, and access control system architecture.
• Ability to troubleshoot using multimeters, cable testers, and other industry tools.
• Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, risers, and technical documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technicians, project leadership, customers, and other trades.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Flexibility to support occasional evening or weekend project schedules when required.

Why TradeSTAR?

• Weekly Pay
• Competitive Compensation
• Long-Term Commercial Opportunities
• Opportunities with Leading Low-Voltage and Electronic Security Contractors
• Complex, Resume-Building Projects
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program

TradeSTAR Irving Office 8200 Springwood Dr., Suite 245 Irving, TX 75063 Office Hours: Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM

Know the system. Lead the crew. Take the next step in electronic security.