Gate Operator Installer

Frey Consulting Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Fencing Solutions & Construction, LLC. seeks an experienced Gate Operator Installer to lead automated system installations across residential, commercial, and industrial projects.

You will program, commission, and troubleshoot complex gate operators, ensuring flawless operation and client satisfaction. You will mentor junior crew members, uphold rigorous safety standards, and coordinate with project managers to deliver on schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4–5 years installing and troubleshooting gate operators.
• Experience with swing, slide, and vertical lift automation.
• Ability to manage automation jobs from start to finish with minimal oversight.
• Capable of integrating safety devices and ensuring code compliance.
• Excellent technical communication to explain programming to clients.

Responsibilities

• Execute complete installation, programming, and commissioning of automated gate systems.
• Troubleshoot and program swing, slide, and vertical lift systems for flawless operation.
• Inspect installations against company standards for perfect functionality.
• Coordinate with field fence crews and project managers to integrate systems.
• Ensure safety devices and local code compliance are rigorously followed.
• Train and mentor junior team members to grow automation capabilities.
• Maintain clear communication with clients and contractors about safety and operation.

Skills

Gate operator installation

Swing/Slide/Vertical lift systems

Automation project leadership

Safety devices & code compliance

Technical client communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AFA Gate Automation Technician

Gate Automation Designer credential

Job description

Gate Operator Installer – Lead Automated System Installations for Fencing Solutions & Construction, LLC.

Job Overview

• Company: Fencing Solutions & Construction, LLC.
• Salary/Pay Rate: $27 to $32 per hour (Based on experience) plus Performance Based Bonus.
• Location: Byhalia, MS.
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time.
• Project Scope: Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Government, and Federal.
• Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: None Required.

The Opportunity

You will serve as a critical technical leader, driving the precise installation and programming of automated gate systems. This role allows you to take full ownership of complex projects while mentoring junior crew members as our automation division grows. You will work within a high-performing culture that refuses to cut corners and actively rewards elite craftsmanship.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Execute the complete installation, programming, and commissioning of complex automated gate operator systems.
• Troubleshoot and program swing, slide, and vertical lift systems to ensure flawless operation.
• Inspect all completed installations against strict company standards to ensure perfect functionality.
• Coordinate seamlessly with field fence crews and project managers to integrate automated systems.
• Enforce absolute compliance with safety devices, entrapment protection, and local code requirements.
• Train and mentor junior team members to expand the company's internal automation capabilities.
• Maintain clear communication with clients and general contractors regarding system safety and operation.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 4 to 5 years of hands-on experience installing and troubleshooting gate operators.
• Proven expertise working across diverse swing, slide, and vertical lift automated systems.
• Demonstrated ability to run automation jobs from start to finish with minimal oversight.
• Strong capability to integrate safety devices and maintain strict code compliance independently.
• Excellent technical communication skills for explaining automated system programming to clients.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• AFA Certified Gate Automation Technician or Gate Automation Designer credential.
• Demonstrated experience mentoring or training junior team members in a field environment.
• Weekly pay cycle with overtime potential and project completion bonuses.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans available.
• Paid time off including scheduled holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Professional training and certifications including manufacturer, OSHA, fall protection, and lift training.
• Company-provided safety equipment, specialized tools, and professional uniforms.
• Access to annual company trips, outings, and team-building events.

About Us

Fencing Solutions & Construction, LLC. is a premier name in exteriors, specializing in elite commercial, industrial and residential fencing solutions. We operate under a strict philosophy where "good enough" is never accepted, maintaining an internal standard of excellence that exceeds client expectations. Our team takes deep pride in getting jobs done right the first time, fostering long-term career growth through continuous training and development. Learn more at fencingsolutionsllc.com .

Fencing Solutions & Construction, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.