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Access Control Technician

PeopleReady Skilled Trades
Birmingham, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 9/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/15/2027

Overview

Industry

Commercial Retail (Incl Office)

Location

Birmingham, AL

Branch Number

20074

Hourly Rate

$30.00 - $38.00


Job Description

PeopleReady Skilled Trades is hiring experienced Access Control Technicians for an urgent healthcare facility project in the Birmingham, AL area. This is a specialized access control role supporting the installation, integration, and troubleshooting of commercial access control systems in critical security and life-safety environments. Candidates must have prior hands-on access control experience and be comfortable working with existing operational systems.
Project Duration: Through approximately September 30, 2026
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Location: Birmingham, AL
Pay Rate:$30-$38 per hour

Responsibilities

  • Install, connect, and integrate commercial access control system components
  • Work inside access control panels and control enclosures
  • Install, terminate, and troubleshoot low-voltage wiring
  • Read and interpret wiring diagrams and system schematics
  • Connect and test door hardware, card readers, and related devices
  • Troubleshoot inputs, outputs, and field devices
  • Install, service, and troubleshoot magnetic lock (mag lock) systems
  • Verify opening and closing loops and proper system functionality
  • Identify common access control components and understand their operation
  • Work carefully around existing system wiring without disrupting active systems
  • Follow direction from the lead technician and project supervisors
  • Maintain strict attention to detail while working in critical security and life-safety areas

Qualifications

  • 4 years of commercial access control experience preferred
  • Proven hands-on experience installing commercial access control systems required
  • Experience working with access control panels and related hardware
  • Strong understanding of card readers, door hardware, inputs/outputs, and mag locks
  • Proficient with low-voltage wiring, terminations, and troubleshooting
  • Ability to read and follow wiring diagrams and technical drawings
  • Ability to diagnose and resolve basic wiring and system issues
  • Experience with Symmetry, Seilox, or similar commercial access control platforms preferred
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining system integrity
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Reliable transportation to the jobsite

Apply Today

If you have hands-on commercial access control experience and are looking for your next opportunity, apply today with PeopleReady Skilled Trades. We're seeking skilled technicians who can contribute immediately to this important project and help ensure successful completion.
Please either Email resume to DPRYOR1@peopleready.com , AND please apply via this ad so there is a profile in system then call David 504-252-5707.

Responsibilities

  • Competent with reading blueprints, drawings, & diagrams
  • Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and walk for extended periods throughout the day
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
  • Prior experience using hand tools, power tools, and conduit benders

Tools & PPE Requirements

Required Tools:
  • Full electrical tool set
  • Personal drill
  • Standard low-voltage/access control installation tools
Required PPE:
  • Hard hat
  • Safety vest
  • Steel-toed boots
  • Safety glasses
  • Work gloves

Benefits and Perks

  • Weekly pay
  • Health insurance options
  • Opportunity to work on a high-priority commercial project
  • Support from PeopleReady Skilled Trades throughout the assignment
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The hourly rate for this position is $30.00 - $38.00/hour. This range is a good-faith estimate based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, training, geographic location and other considerations permitted by law. An employee's pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis unless a deadline is otherwise stated.

In addition to monetary compensation, we offer a competitive benefits package which includes 401k, medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D, short-term disability, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity. More information can be found by visiting flimp.live/TrueBlueAssociates. Other compensations include referral bonuses opportunities. Learn more at https://skilled.peopleready.com/referral/.

PeopleReady Skilled Trades is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religious affiliation, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by law. We will get to know you and connect you with jobs that match your skills, experience and preferences. We work hard every single day to find jobs so each employee has opportunity and variety in their work.

TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands welcome and encourage applications from candidates with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact your Recruiter or Employee Relations at HR-Advice@trueblue.com or 1.800.610.8920. TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands will consult with all applicants who request disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs.

Benefits:

Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off

Salary : $30 - $38

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