Fire Alarm Systems Technician
About The Position
The Fire Alarm Systems Technician supports Siemens’ San Antonio, Texas branch and customers throughout the greater San Antonio area. The role involves installing, programming, starting up, and commissioning fire alarm equipment, including fire safety and mass notification systems, detectors, and field peripherals. The technician regularly interacts with customers and contributes to keeping buildings and occupants safe. The position includes testing and verifying system operation, conducting inspections, supporting customer acceptance and Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) activities, and helping train customers. The technician also provides plans and fire safety system documentation for as-built drawings, identifies code and non-conformance issues, recommends installation solutions, and coordinates with project teams and trade contractors. Work must follow applicable local, corporate, and OSHA safety policies and procedures.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of experience installing and/or maintaining commercial fire alarm systems.
- Willingness and ability to differentiate types and colors of wire.
- Ability to use hand tools, a laptop, email, a smartphone, and a tablet.
- Ability to carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 75 pounds unassisted.
- Must have or obtain NICET Fire Alarm Certification Level II within 12 months.
- Must be 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.
- Associate degree in electronics or a related field.
- At least 3 years of experience installing and/or maintaining commercial fire alarm systems.
- Ability to read and understand design and construction documents.
Responsibilities
- Install, program, start up, and commission fire alarm equipment, including fire safety and mass notification systems, detectors, and field peripherals.
- Run routine reports to review system operation and participate in operational testing, verification, final inspections, and acceptance activities.
- Support customer acceptance and the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
- Assist with customer training on system operations.
- Provide plans and fire safety system documents for as-built drawings.
- Identify code and non-conformance issues and make recommendations for system installation.
- Communicate and coordinate at project sites, including supporting scheduling of trade contractors for start-up services.
- Adhere to local, corporate, and OSHA safety policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits; details are available through the benefits website.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
