Senior Security & Building Automation Technician

Convergint; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental & Vision Plan

401K Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Vehicle Reimbursement

Cell Phone Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Holidays & PTO

Job summary

Convergint is seeking a full-time Security Technician to install, program, startup, certify, and train on fire, security, and building automation projects. You will serve as the key technical interface with customers and may mentor junior staff while managing safety, quality, and timelines.

The role requires strong problem-solving skills and a customer-first mindset, with competencies across electronics, blueprints, and system configurations. Competitive hourly compensation applies.

Qualifications

• Experience installing, programming, startup/check-out and training on fire, security, and building automation projects.
• Minimum 5-7 years relevant experience.
• Convergint is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

• Install, program, test, repair, and service security, fire alarm, and building automation systems.
• Provide customer training and act as main technical interface for customers.
• Read blueprints and schematics to determine installation requirements and repair equipment.
• Operate systems to demonstrate equipment and start-up new systems; write non-routine programs.
• Mentor less-experienced staff and supervise subcontractors as needed.

Skills

Security systems

Fire alarm systems

Building Automation

Electronics knowledge

MS Office

Education

College degree or trade school

Job description

Convergint is seeking a full-time Security Technician to install, program, startup, certify, and train on fire, security, and building automation projects. You will serve as the key technical interface with customers and may mentor junior staff while managing safety, quality, and timelines.

The role requires strong problem-solving skills and a customer-first mindset, with competencies across electronics, blueprints, and system configurations. Competitive hourly compensation applies.