Job Description
Job Description: Lighting Control Field Technician
About the Role
The Lighting Control Field Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting advanced lighting control systems across a variety of client environments. This role requires strong knowledge of electrical systems, low-voltage technologies, and modern networking to ensure seamless system performance. Technicians will work with both hardware and software components and collaborate closely with project managers and clients to deliver customized lighting solutions that improve ambiance, functionality, and efficiency.
The role also involves conducting on-site training to help clients confidently operate their lighting control systems.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Proven experience installing and maintaining lighting control systems
- Strong understanding of electrical systems and wiring
- Strong understanding of networking, low-voltage systems, and home automation technologies
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate’s degree in electrical engineering, electronics technology, or a related field
- Certification in lighting control systems or related technologies
- Experience programming lighting control software
- Lutron certification(s) (e.g., HomeWorks QS, RA2, RA3) preferred
- Familiarity with integrating Lutron systems into third-party home automation platforms (e.g., Crestron, Control4, Savant)
Responsibilities
- Install and configure lighting control systems based on project specifications and client needs
- Perform routine maintenance, diagnostics, and troubleshooting to ensure optimal system performance
- Collaborate with project managers and clients to assess requirements and deliver tailored solutions
- Conduct on-site training to ensure clients are comfortable operating their lighting systems
- Document installation processes, maintenance work, and client interactions for quality assurance and reference
Skills
- Strong understanding of electrical systems and safe wiring practices
- Technical proficiency with lighting control hardware and software
- Knowledge of networking, low-voltage systems, and home automation technologies
- Ability to integrate lighting systems with broader automation platforms
- Strong communication skills for client collaboration and training
- Effective problem-solving skills for diagnosing and resolving technical issues
- (Preferred) Programming knowledge for advanced system customization