Automatic Gate Entry Technician

Title: Automatic Gate Service Technician

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Job Summary

Automatic Gate Systems is seeking an experienced Automatic Gate Service Technician to join our growing team! This is a field-based position responsible for troubleshooting, servicing, repairing, and maintaining commercial automatic gate systems and access control equipment.

The ideal candidate has strong mechanical, electrical, and low-voltage troubleshooting skills, experience working with automatic gate operators, and the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues independently.

If you enjoy hands-on work, solving technical problems, and delivering excellent customer service, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair automatic sliding gates, swing gates, barrier arms, and pedestrian entry systems.
• Service gate operators, motors, control boards, gearboxes, chains, belts, and other mechanical components.
• Troubleshoot electrical and low-voltage systems, wiring, relays, power supplies, and control circuits.
• Repair and maintain access control systems, including card readers, keypads, intercoms, and telephone entry systems.
• Diagnose and repair safety devices, vehicle detection loops, photo eyes, and safety edges.
• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, adjustments, and equipment upgrades.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and manufacturer manuals.
• Communicate repair findings and recommendations to customers and management.
• Complete service reports, work orders, and documentation accurately and on time.
• Maintain company tools, equipment, inventory, and service vehicle.
• Follow company safety procedures and applicable UL 325 and ASTM F2200 standards.
• Respond to emergency service calls and participate in an on-call rotation as needed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience servicing automatic gates, gate operators, access control systems, or related electrical/mechanical equipment preferred.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and low-voltage troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with gate operator brands such as DoorKing, LiftMaster, HySecurity, FAAC, Nice, Viking Access, or Linear preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot motors, control boards, wiring, sensors, and safety devices.
• Experience using multimeters, hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and electrical schematics.
• Knowledge of UL 325 and ASTM F2200 safety standards is a plus.
• Experience with access control, CCTV, intercoms, and networking is a plus.
• Welding and fabrication experience is a plus.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage daily service calls efficiently.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to bend, kneel, climb ladders, and work around mechanical equipment.
• Ability to travel to customer locations throughout the assigned service territory.
• Availability for occasional emergency or after-hours service calls.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a dependable, motivated technician who takes pride in their work, prioritizes safety, and can confidently troubleshoot complex gate and access control systems. Someone who is proactive, customer-focused, and committed to delivering quality service will thrive in this role

Pay: $25.00 - $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Work Location: In person