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Posted June 08, 2026

Building Automation Installation Specialist

Harris Companies
Bowie, Maryland, United States 20715 Full-Time
Reference: 285120643


Building Automation Installation Specialist

Job Description:

As a Building Automation Installation Specialist, you will, assemble, plan, route, install, and repair wiring and other electrical components and equipment necessary to install engineered control and security systems.

Electrical Wiring/Installation Responsibilities:

  • Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring and equipment based on job specifications and local codes

  • Connect wires to electrical components as needed for a complete and operational system.

  • Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring or equipment using testing devices, such as ohmmeters or voltmeters to ensure compatibility and safety of system.

  • Use a variety of tools or equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment, such as ammeters.

  • Place conduit, pipes, or tubing, inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes

  • Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring or equipment

  • Responsible for personal and team safety on jobs.

  • Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring or equipment using hand tools or power tools

What we're looking for in you

  • Prior training and experience in the electrical field

  • Prior experience testing equipment to include multi-meters and digital analyzers

  • Basic understanding of mechanical systems: what they do and how they operate

  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems, programs, schematics and operation/product manuals

  • Basic understanding of Programmable logic controllers, variable frequency drives, automation controls

  • Basic understanding of Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems including the various components and processes

Your life at Harris

As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you!

From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.

Harris Benefits + Compensation

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401K with company match

Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays

Paid Parental leave

Short-Term Incentive Plan

Visit our Careers Page for additional benefit details: https://www.harriscompany.com/careers/employee-benefits-at-a-glance

Pay Range:

$27.92 - $41.88

The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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Welcome to Harris!

About Us

As one of the countrys leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you!

From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.

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Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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