5K Specialty Systems
Position: Lighting Controls Technician
Location: Austin, TX
Reports To: General Superintendent, 5K Specialty Systems
Employment Type: Full-Time

5K Specialty Systems is a low-voltage systems and building automation company delivering structured cabling, security and access control, audio/visual, and BAS integration solutions for commercial, industrial, and specialty facilities. Part of the 5K Holdings family, 5K Specialty Systems is built on a foundation of technical precision, reliability, and client focus — delivering systems that perform.

Position Summary
The Lighting Controls Technician installs, wires, and tests lighting control system hardware in the field, then supports commissioning of the zones and sequences once devices are in place. This is the hands-on role that turns an approved lighting controls design into a working, code-compliant system.

Key Responsibilities

Install lighting controls devices, sensors, panels, and relays per approved drawings and specifications
Run and terminate low-voltage control wiring in accordance with project standards and code requirements
Calibrate and test devices using basic electronic test equipment
Support commissioning of lighting control zones and sequences, including occupancy and daylighting functions
Track and record job progress; keep the Project Foreman informed and complete paperwork on time
Label and document installed devices and wiring for as-built accuracy
Report any field discrepancies from approved drawings to the Project Foreman

Qualifications & Skills
Required

1–3 years of experience in low-voltage, electrical, or lighting controls installation
Basic understanding of lighting controls devices and wiring practices
Ability to read basic electrical/lighting controls drawings and wiring diagrams
Comfortable working at heights, in electrical rooms, and above-ceiling spaces
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to job sites

Preferred

Trade school training or certification in electrical or lighting controls technology
Experience with lighting controls platforms such as Lutron, WattStopper, or Douglas Lighting Controls
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification

Work Environment & Physical Requirements
This is a field-based role requiring regular travel between active construction sites. The Lighting Controls Technician must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, work at heights using ladders or lifts, work in confined or above-ceiling spaces, and comply with all jobsite safety requirements including PPE use.

Why Join 5K Specialty Systems?
At 5K Specialty Systems, you're joining a ground-floor opportunity with the backing of an established, financially strong parent organization. You'll have the resources to do your best work, a team invested in your success, and a culture built on accountability, collaboration, and excellence. If you're ready to build hands-on skills with a company on the rise, we want to hear from you.

Benefits Include:

Competitive pay with a performance-based bonus opportunity
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and long- and short-term disability insurance
Paid travel and expenses when applicable
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a rapidly scaling organization

5K Specialty Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any status protected by applicable law. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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