Fire Alarm Systems Service Technician - Mid or Senior level

Siemens•Philadelphia, PA

5d•$55,745 - $110,817•Onsite

About The Position

Siemens is hiring a mid- or senior-level Fire Alarm Systems Service Technician to support its Harleysville, Pennsylvania branch and customers throughout the greater Philadelphia area. The role services and maintains commercial fire alarm systems, ensuring components are inspected, tested, operated, and maintained according to customer operational requirements. Technicians interact regularly with customers and help keep buildings and occupants safe. The role also includes mentoring less experienced technicians through on-the-job training. The technician performs testing and inspections under maintenance agreements, prepares test and inspection reports based on code requirements and customer needs, responds to system issues, troubleshoots and completes repairs, and identifies code or other non-conformance issues. The technician also quotes small repairs, supplies parts and labor details for larger repair estimates, and plans work with Lead Technicians and Supervisors. This is a permanent, full-time position. The posting lists the work mode as Office/Site only and gives a pay range of $55,745–$110,817 annually. The actual wage may vary based on budget, candidate qualifications and experience, and premium geographic location.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience installing and/or maintaining commercial fire alarm systems for the Mid level, or at least 3 years for the Senior level.
Willingness and ability to differentiate types and colors of wire and use hand tools, a laptop, email, a smartphone, and a tablet.
Ability to carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted.
Must obtain NICET Fire Alarm Certification Level 1 within 12 months.
Ability to read and understand design and construction documents.
Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license with limited violations.
Must meet eligibility requirements to participate in Siemens' fleet vehicle program.
Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or state-recognized GED; an Associate degree in electronics or a related field is preferred.
At least 5 years of experience installing and/or maintaining commercial fire alarm systems.
NICET certification.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive testing and inspections of fire alarm systems covered by maintenance agreements.
Prepare detailed test and inspection reports based on code requirements and customer needs.
Respond to system issues, troubleshoot, and complete necessary repairs to maintain system functionality.
Report completed and deferred activities and any further actions or materials required.
Identify code and non-conformance issues and ensure adherence to required standards.
Quote small repair jobs and provide detailed parts and labor requirements to estimators and sales for large repair projects.
Plan work with Lead Technicians and Supervisors.
Provide on-the-job training and mentoring to less experienced technicians.
Interact regularly with customers while servicing and maintaining commercial fire alarm systems.