Building Security Systems Technician

Siemens•Columbus, OH

10d•$49,195 - $84,334•Onsite

About The Position

The Building Security Systems Technician supports Siemens’ Worthington, Ohio branch, serving customers throughout the greater Columbus area. The role installs, programs, starts up, and commissions integrated security systems, including CCTV and IP cameras, alarm sensors, access control devices, and software platforms. Technicians represent Siemens in regular customer interactions and help keep buildings and their occupants safe. The position also supports operational testing, verification, and acceptance. This includes running routine system reports, participating in final inspections and testing, supporting customer acceptance and training, submitting written reports, and identifying code or installation non-conformance issues. The technician may also help schedule trade contractors to coordinate start-up services. The role is full-time and permanent, with an office/site work mode. The listed annual pay range is $49,195–$84,334; the actual wage may vary based on budget, candidate qualifications, and geographic location.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting large-scale integrated security systems.
Experience programming, configuring, and commissioning enterprise access control systems, including servers, controllers, readers, credentials, permissions, and system integrations.
Working knowledge of network components and workstation/server operating systems.
Willingness and ability to work in varied environments around mechanical equipment, including on ladders, scaffolds, and high-lift equipment; in ducts and above ceilings; and in indoor, outdoor, hot, cold, day, and night conditions.
Ability to use hand tools, a laptop, email, a smartphone, and a tablet; differentiate wire types and colors; and carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted.
At least 18 years of age and possession of a valid driver's license with limited violations; must meet eligibility requirements for Siemens' fleet vehicle program.
Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.
High school diploma or state-recognized GED.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in electronics or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience installing and/or maintaining large-scale integrated security systems.
Ability to read and understand design and construction documents.

Responsibilities

Install, program, start up, and commission integrated security systems.
Participate in operational testing, verification, and acceptance.
Run routine reports to review system operation.
Participate in final inspection and testing and support customer acceptance.
Assist with customer training on system operations.
Complete and submit routine written reports.
Identify code and non-conformance issues and recommend system installation corrections.
Support scheduling trade contractors to coordinate start-up services as needed.