Security Professional I / Locksmith & Integrator Apprentice

ABLE LOCKSMITHS LLC; Maryland; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Company-provided tools and equipment

Professional certification opportuni­t

Career advancement opportunities

Employee discounts

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Merit-based compensation increases

Job summary

Able Locksmiths, LLC is hiring a Security Professional I (Apprentice) to train hands-on in locksmithing, electronic access control, door hardware, safes, and related security tech. The role serves homes, businesses, schools, hospitals, and government facilities in Maryland and beyond.

No locksmith experience is required—we provide paid training, tools, and opportunities for advancement as you grow your skills and responsibilities in a dynamic security environment.

Qualifications

• Pass a criminal background check required for state licensing
• Pass drug screening requirements
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to safely lift and carry equipment and materials
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Professional customer service skills

Responsibilities

• Lock installation and repair
• Rekeying residential and commercial locks
• Key duplication and key system management
• Automotive locksmith services
• Door hardware installation and adjustment
• Safe servicing and safe lock work
• Access control fundamentals
• Professional customer service
• Security best practices

Skills

Honest, trustworthy

Mechanically inclined

Reliable and punctual

Detail-oriented

Professional appearance and speech

Independent worker

Team player

Willing to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Build a Career in Physical Security

Able Locksmiths, LLC is seeking motivated individuals interested in building a long‑term career in the physical security industry. Join our team as a Security Professional I (Locksmith & Access Control Apprentice) and receive hands‑on training in locksmithing, electronic access control, door hardware, safes, and other security technologies that help protect homes, businesses, schools, hospitals, and government facilities.

We are a Veteran‑owned security company based in Frederick, Maryland. Since 1979, we have helped protect homes, businesses, schools, hospitals, government facilities, and critical infrastructure throughout Maryland, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Washington D.C., and beyond.

Unlike many locksmith companies, we do far more than cut keys and unlock doors. Our team works with:

• Mechanical and electronic locks
• Access control systems
• Door hardware and life‑safety devices
• High‑security key systems
• Automotive locksmithing
• Safe servicing and opening
• Security audits and consulting
• Commercial and institutional security systems

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with their hands, solving problems, learning technical skills, and helping people. The work is dynamic and varied—one day you may be helping a family secure their home, the next working on commercial door hardware, access control systems, automotive locksmithing, or safe servicing. No two days are exactly alike, making this an excellent career for individuals who enjoy variety, problem‑solving, and continuous learning.

No locksmith experience is required. We will train the right candidate.

What You’ll Do

• Lock installation and repair
• Rekeying residential and commercial locks
• Key duplication and key system management
• Automotive locksmith services
• Door hardware installation and adjustment
• Safe servicing and safe lock work
• Access control fundamentals
• Professional customer service
• Security best practices

As your skills grow, so will your responsibilities, compensation, and advancement opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Honest and trustworthy
• Mechanically inclined
• Reliable and punctual
• Detail‑oriented
• Professional in appearance and communication
• Comfortable working independently
• Able to work as part of a team
• Willing to continuously learn and improve

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to pass a criminal background check required for state licensing
• Ability to pass drug screening requirements
• Ability to safely lift and carry equipment and materials
• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Professional customer service skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Construction or trades experience
• Automotive repair experience
• Access control experience
• Military experience
• Customer service experience

Schedule

• Monday through Friday
• Primarily daytime hours
• Rotating on‑call schedule after training is completed
• One evening per week and one weekend per month on‑call rotation

Benefits

• Paid training
• Company‑provided tools and equipment
• Professional certification opportunities
• Career advancement opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Merit‑based compensation increases

Career Path

Able Locksmiths invests heavily in training and development. Successful team members may advance through the following levels:

• Security Professional I (Apprentice)
• Security Professional II
• Senior Security Professional
• Lead Security Professional

About Able Locksmiths

Able Locksmiths, LLC has served the region since 1979 and is a Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). We are committed to professionalism, technical excellence, ethical business practices, and protecting the communities we serve.

If you’re looking for more than just a job and want a long‑term c