Fire Alarm Systems Service Technician

Siemens•Mechanicsburg, PA

14d•$50,670 - $86,864•Onsite

About The Position

Siemens is hiring a Fire Alarm Systems Service Technician to support its Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania branch, serving customers throughout the greater Harrisburg area. The role focuses on service and maintenance of commercial fire alarm systems, ensuring components are inspected, tested, operated, and maintained according to customer operational requirements. The technician regularly interacts with customers and serves as a representative of Siemens, helping keep buildings and occupants safe. The position also involves mentoring less experienced technicians through on-the-job training. The technician performs system testing and inspections under maintenance agreements, prepares reports, troubleshoots and repairs systems, and identifies code and non-conformance issues. The role includes quoting smaller repairs, supplying parts and labor details for larger repair estimates, and planning work with mentors, Lead Technicians, and Supervisors. The role is full-time and permanent, with office/site work and travel to customer sites within a two-hour radius of the branch.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience installing and/or maintaining commercial fire alarm systems.
Able and willing to differentiate types and colors of wire and use hand tools, a laptop, email, a smartphone, and a tablet.
Able to carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted.
Must obtain NICET Fire Alarm Certification Level 1 within 12 months.
Willing to travel to customer sites within a two-hour radius of the branch.
At least 18 years of age and possess 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 3 years of experience installing and/or maintaining commercial fire alarm systems.
Ability to read and understand design and construction documents.
NICET certified.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive testing and inspections for systems covered by maintenance agreements.
Create detailed test and inspection reports based on code requirements and customer needs.
Respond to system issues, troubleshoot, and complete necessary repairs to maintain functionality.
Report work completed, deferred, or requiring further action or materials.
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 larger repair projects.
Plan work with mentors, Lead Technicians, and Supervisors.
Provide on-the-job training and mentorship to less experienced technicians.