Gate Technician

Elevate Fence Partners; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle for installations and​

Company credit card for fuel and材料

401(k)

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Manufacturer training

Major / specialty tools provided

Job summary

Gate Options is seeking an experienced Gate Technician to diagnose, install, and service commercial and residential automated gate systems throughout Northern Illinois. You will handle swing, slide, and barrier gates, repair electrical and mechanical issues, and perform welding as needed.

Responsibilities include documenting service visits, communicating with customers, and representing the company professionally.

Qualifications

• 2 years of automated gate experience preferred.
• Ability to diagnose and repair commercial and residential gate systems.
• Experience installing and programming gate operators.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Welding and fabrication experience.
• Comfortable reading wiring diagrams and using a multimeter.
• Valid driver's license with clean record and ability to lift 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair automated gate systems for commercial and residential sites.
• Install and service swing, slide, barrier gate systems and access controls.
• Repair electrical and mechanical failures and replace components.
• Perform welding and light fabrication as needed.
• Document service visits with photos and notes and communicate with customers.
• Represent Gate Options professionally with customers.

Tools

DoorKing

LiftMaster

HySecurity

Nice

FAAC

Linear

Telephone Entry Systems

Vehicle Loop Systems

Photo Eyes

Radio Receivers

Keypads

Job description

Gate Options is looking for an experienced Gate Technician to join our team.

We7re looking for someone who can run service calls, assist with installations independently, troubleshoot automated gate systems, and take pride in doing the job right the first time.

Our work covers both commercial and residential throughout the Northern Illinois area. Youre working on a variety of gate systems, from mechanical repairs and welding, to gate operators, control boards, vehicle loops, and sensing devices.

If youre looking for steady work and the freedom to do your job without being micromanaged, wed like to talk.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair commercial and residential automated gate systems.
• Install and service swing, slide, barrier gate systems, and related access controls.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical failures.
• Replace control boards, loops, photo eyes, receivers, and external sensing devices.
• Perform welding and light fabrication as needed.
• Repair hinges, rollers, tracks, wheels, locks, and gate hardware.
• Complete service documentation with photos and notes.
• Represent Gate Options professionally with customers.

Required Qualifications

• 2 years of automated gate experience is preferred, but not required.
• Ability to independently diagnose and repair commercial and residential automated gate systems.
• Experience installing and programming commercial and residential gate operators.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Welding and fabrication experience.
• Comfortable using a multimeter and reading wiring diagrams.
• Valid driver000s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 75 pounds and work outdoors.

Experience with one or more of the following is preferred:

• DoorKing
• LiftMaster
• HySecurity
• Nice
• FAAC
• Linear
• Telephone Entry Systems
• Vehicle Loop Systems
• Photo Eyes
• Radio Receivers
• Keypads

Were looking for someone who:

• Can work independently.
• Takes pride in clean, quality work.
• Enjoys and excels at troubleshooting difficult problems.
• Communicates well with customers and associates.
• Is prompt and keeps commitments.
• Wants to be part of a strong and growing team.

What We Offer

• $25 to $35 per hour starting pay
• Company vehicle for installations and service
• Company credit card for fuel and material expenses
• Toll tag
• 401(k)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Manufacturer training
• Major / specialty tools provided
• Steady work

Why Gate Options?

Were building a long term service and installation team, not just filling a position.

As we continue to grow, were looking for experienced technicians who want more responsibility, more input, and the opportunity to help build one of the best gate service teams in Northern Illinois.

Pay: $25.00 – $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person