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Access Control and CCTV Technician

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What they do

A Cable Technician or Installer sets up cable equipment and lines for customers and makes repairs as needed.

$66,017 / year median in Texas

+14% projected growth

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Access Control and CCTV Technician QPS Employment Group 22.00 Sep 03, 2026 Access Control and CCTV Technician - Security Systems | Houston, TX Join Next Level Technician as an Access Control Technician in Houston, TX! Earn $22-$28/hr, enjoy weekly pay, benefits, and steady work with a national leader in low voltage staffing. Apply now!
Responsibilities:
Install, terminate, test, troubleshoot, and service commercial access control systems Install and configure card readers, keypads, door contacts, request-to-exit devices, maglocks, electric strikes, and other door hardware Pull, route, terminate, dress, label, and test low-voltage cabling for access control systems Install and wire access control panels, power supplies, relays, and associated equipment Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and access control system layouts Troubleshoot wiring, power, relays, communication issues, and access control hardware Assist with programming, configuration, and commissioning of access control systems Work with platforms such as Brivo, LenelS2, Genetec, Avigilon, Verkada, Honeywell, or similar systems is a plus Perform system testing to ensure doors, readers, locks, REX devices, and alarms are functioning properly Coordinate with project managers, customers, general contractors, and other trades as needed Document completed work, testing results, and system issues Safely operate ladders and lifts and work at heights as required Travel to commercial and industrial job sites throughout the Houston area as needed
Requirements:
Minimum 2+ years of commercial access control or low-voltage experience Hands-on experience installing and troubleshooting access control systems preferred Knowledge of maglocks, electric strikes, card readers, door contacts, REX devices, relays, and access control panels Basic understanding of networking, IP addressing, and TCP/IP is a plus Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams Experience with Brivo, LenelS2, Genetec, Avigilon, Verkada, or similar platforms is a plus Texas Security License, BICSI, Lift, OSHA-10/30, and manufacturer certifications are a plus Must possess basic hand tools and required PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, hi-vis vest, steel-toe boots) Valid driver's license and reliable transportation Willingness to travel to job sites throughout the Houston area as needed Why Work with Next Level Technician in Houston, TX?
Weekly Pay:
Get paid every week, no waiting
Competitive Wages:
$22-$28/hr based on your experience and skillset
PTO & Benefits:
Medical benefits, PTO, sign-on & referral bonuses
Career Growth:
Advance your skills through training and real-world security projects
Dedicated Recruiter Support:
Work with a recruiter who understands Houston's access control and low voltage industry
National Footprint:
Be part of a team respected across Houston, Texas, and the U.S. About Next Level Technician Next Level Technician connects job-ready low voltage technicians with top employers. We handle compliance, payroll, and safety so you can focus on your career. Advance your skills and grow with us! How to Apply Ready to take your career to the next level in Houston, TX? Email your resume to betsy.pena@nextleveltechnician.com for immediate consideration or fill out a quick application on our website. Share if you know a great Houston access control technician looking for a new opportunity. #NextLevelTechnician #HoustonJobs #AccessControl #AccessControlTechnician #SecurityTechnician #LowVoltage #ElectronicSecurity #TexasCareers #WeeklyPay #HoustonTechnicians