The Resume Secrets Top Access Control Techs Already Know


If you're not getting interviews, it's probably not because you lack experience. More often, it’s because your resume is doing a poor job at showing what you actually bring to the table. And in the access control world, where jobs range from field tech to PM to pre-sales engineer, a generic resume won’t cut it.

Here’s how to fix that:

Highlight Systems You’ve Worked On

Don’t just say “installed access control.” Mention platforms: Lenel, AMAG, Brivo, Avigilon, Genetec, etc. Hiring managers want to know if you’re already familiar with their ecosystem.

Show Your Breadth

Access control touches IT, low-voltage wiring, networking, even video and alarms. If you’ve worked across those systems, show it, cross-functional = hireable.

Certs & Training Matter

Even if you’re not certified yet, mention manufacturer training, hands-on installs, or apprenticeships. Bonus points for CompTIA, OSHA 10/30, NICET, or vendor-specific courses.

Keep the Fluff Out

Nobody cares that you're a “team player.” Say things like:

“Installed and programmed 40+ card readers in a live hospital environment with zero downtime.”

Add Metrics

Even a little data goes a long way:

  • “Completed 15+ projects on time and under budget”

  • “Reduced troubleshooting time by 30% after standardizing system configs”

🔍 Pro Insight: What Hiring Managers Are Really Thinking

Here’s the unspoken truth:
They’re not looking for “perfect.” They’re looking for clear, relevant, and field-ready.

When they open your resume, they’re asking:

  • Do you know the systems we use?

  • Can you handle the kind of sites we service?

  • Will you show up ready, without needing to be hand-held?

Include the tools you actually use: multimeter, laptop config tools, Cat6 crimpers, power drills, access panel wiring diagrams. It shows you’re field-ready.

Make it easy for them to say yes, and you'll get the call.

You don’t need a perfect resume, you need a clear one that shows you understand the work and get results.

Daniel Jones