Access Control Technician

ACCESS CONTROL TECHNICIAN

Location: Denver Metro, Colorado
Employment Type: Full-time, W-2 contract-to-hire
Compensation: $30.00–$40.00 per hour
Job ID: REQ-1005
Application Deadline: September 12, 2026, or until filled

POSITION OVERVIEW

Riva is hiring an experienced Access Control Technician to work with an established commercial technology and security integrator in the Denver metro area.

This is a hands-on field position supporting the installation, service, testing, and troubleshooting of electronic access control systems. The ideal candidate understands more than cable pulling—you can work with access control devices and panels, follow technical drawings, diagnose problems, and help deliver complete, reliable systems.

You work safely, communicate clearly, document your work, and take pride in clean, professional installations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install, connect, test, service, and troubleshoot commercial access control systems
• Work with access control panels, credential readers, power supplies, door-position contacts, request-to-exit devices, and electrified locking hardware
• Pull, label, terminate, and test low-voltage cabling associated with access control systems
• Read and follow prints, wiring diagrams, risers, schematics, and door schedules
• Diagnose system, device, wiring, power, communication, and door-operation issues
• Support system programming, commissioning, functional testing, and closeout activities based on experience and assignment requirements
• Communicate professionally with project leaders, other trades, customers, building representatives, and occupants
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, deficiencies, test results, and project status
• Follow all Riva, client, and jobsite safety requirements
• Perform other related duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• At least two years of hands-on field experience involving commercial access control or electronic security systems
• Demonstrated experience installing access control devices and associated low-voltage cabling
• Ability to read technical drawings and follow manufacturer and project requirements
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot common access control problems
• Familiarity with basic network concepts used by IP-connected security devices
• Ability to communicate effectively and complete required field documentation
• Reliable transportation and the ability to travel locally to commercial job sites throughout the Denver metro area

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Experience with any of the following is helpful, but experience with every item is not required:

• Access control platforms such as LenelS2, Genetec, Software House C•CURE, AMAG, Avigilon ACM, Brivo, Openpath/Alta, Kantech, Honeywell WIN-PAK, DSX, Maxxess, or Keyscan
• Credential and reader technologies such as HID, Schlage, or biometrics
• Electrified door hardware, including electric strikes, magnetic locks, crash bars, trim sets, and request-to-exit devices
• CCTV or integrated electronic security systems
• Copper, fiber, and basic IP-network testing
• Commercial service, programming, commissioning, or project-closeout work
• Leading or mentoring installers and junior technicians

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This is a field position performed at commercial customer and construction sites. The role may require:

• Standing, walking, kneeling, crouching, stooping, and working overhead
• Using hand and power tools
• Climbing and working from ladders, lifts, or elevated platforms
• Working indoors and outdoors in changing weather and active-jobsite conditions
• Driving between job sites within the assigned territory
• Lifting and carrying tools, equipment, and materials weighing up to 50 pounds

Riva provides standard personal protective equipment, including a hard hat, safety glasses, and gloves. The assigned client provides any additional PPE required for a specific task or jobsite.

WORKING WITH RIVA

• You will be hired as a W-2 employee of Riva for Riva assignments
• Riva manages employment administration and weekly payroll
• Before an assignment, Riva will share the available customer, location, anticipated schedule, trade classification, known requirements, and pay rate
• The licensed customer contractor directs and supervises day-to-day jobsite work
• Opportunities and assignment details vary according to contractor needs

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The anticipated pay range is $30.00–$40.00 per hour. Compensation is based on relevant experience, verified technical capabilities, certifications, and assignment requirements.

All Riva employees are paid weekly and receive Colorado paid sick and safe leave.

ABOUT RIVA

Riva Ops LLC provides commercial electricians and low-voltage technicians to contractors and projects across Colorado. Riva recruits and employs skilled trades professionals as W-2 employees and supports them through payroll and workforce management while they work under the assigned client’s direction and supervision.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Riva Ops LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Riva considers qualified applicants without unlawful discrimination and provides reasonable accommodations as required by applicable law.

This description summarizes the principal responsibilities and requirements of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Responsibilities and assignment requirements may change based on legitimate business and project needs.