Automatic Gate Field Service Technician

Valley Gates Inc; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Gates Inc. is seeking a Field Service Technician to diagnose, repair, install, and maintain automatic gate and access control systems. This role involves outdoor work year-round in the Las Vegas heat and requires lifting up to 75 lbs and hand/power tool use.

Ideal candidates will have mechanical or electrical trouble-shooting experience, a valid driver's license with a clean record, and the ability to pass a background check. Training is available for related trades.

Qualifications

• Mechanical or electrical troubleshooting experience.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 75 lbs. and work outdoors in extreme heat and varying weather conditions
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair automatic gate operators and access control systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and low-voltage issues.
• Install gate operators and related equipment.
• Perform manual labor as needed, including digging with a shovel.
• Perform preventive maintenance and safety inspections.
• Complete service reports and communicate professionally with customers and office staff.
• Perform basic maintenance of company vehicle.
• Assist with shop maintenance, organization, cleanup, and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Hand tools

Power tools

Outdoor work

Clean driving record

Criminal background check

Education

None

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

About Valley Gates

Valley Gates installs, repairs, and maintains automatic gate systems, access control systems, and related equipment for gated communities and commercial properties. We offer year-round, steady work, and opportunities to grow your technical skills.

About the Position

Valley Gates is seeking anField Service Technician with a strong mechanical and electrical background. Experience with automatic gates is preferred, but we are willing to train individuals from related trades. This position involves diagnosing, repairing, installing, and maintaining automatic gate and access control systems. In addition to technical work, the job requires manual labor, lifting heavy materials, performing basic vehicle and shop maintenance. Technicians must be comfortable working outdoors year-round in the Las Vegas heat and varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair automatic gate operators and access control systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and low-voltage issues.
• Install gate operators and related equipment.
• Perform manual labor as needed, including digging with a shovel.
• Perform preventive maintenance and safety inspections.
• Complete service reports and communicate professionally with customers and office staff.
• Perform basic maintenance of company vehicle.
• Assist with shop maintenance, organization, cleanup, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Mechanical or electrical troubleshooting experience.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 75 lbs. and work outdoors in extreme heat and varying weather conditions
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

Ideal Experience

• Automatic gate systems
• Garage or commercial doors
• Access control or low-voltage systems
• Electrical or industrial maintenance
• HVAC, equipment, or forklift repair
• Mechanical equipment repair
• Welding or fabrication
• Familiarity with brands: LiftMaster, DoorKing, HySecurity, FAAC, Nice, Linear, CellGate