Access Control Technician

Overview

• Join a dynamic team as an Access Control Technician on a contract basis.
• Contribute to impactful projects involving new installations, system upgrades, and live cutovers.
• Work with Mercury-based access control hardware and associated downstream I/O boards.
• Apply your expertise in controller panel layouts, board addressing, and field termination.
• Collaborate with project management and software teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Utilize your skills in troubleshooting and validating door hardware functionality.
• Engage in system cutovers and assist with panel bring-up and site acceptance.
• Work independently in active environments, minimizing downtime during operations.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Install and commission Mercury MP/LP series controllers and associated hardware.
• Perform power distribution calculations and troubleshoot 12VDC and 24VDC systems.
• Wire, test, and validate door hardware including card readers, REX devices, and door contacts.
• Troubleshoot faults at both the panel and field level to ensure system functionality.
• Verify grounding and power isolation practices to maintain system integrity.
• Perform system cutovers from legacy platforms to new access control systems.
• Navigate access control software platforms, with preference for Genetec systems.
• Interpret wiring diagrams and as-builts to execute project requirements effectively.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience; 10 years preferred.
• Proficiency with Mercury-based access control hardware and associated systems.
• Experience with Genetec access control software platforms is strongly preferred.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, interpret as-builts, and execute fieldwork independently.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for hardware and software systems.
• Comfortable working in active environments with minimized downtime.
• Excellent coordination skills with project management and software teams.