Fire Alarm Systems Technician
About The Position
The Fire Alarm Systems Technician supports Siemens’ Sandy, Utah branch, serving customers throughout the greater Salt Lake City area. The role installs, programs, starts up, and commissions fire alarm equipment, including fire safety and mass notification systems, detectors, and field peripherals. Technicians interact regularly with customers and help ensure buildings and occupants remain safe. The position includes testing and verifying system operation, conducting inspections, supporting customer acceptance and Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) processes, assisting with customer training, preparing as-built system documents, identifying code or non-conformance issues, and coordinating project site activities and contractors. Work must follow local, corporate, and OSHA safety policies and procedures.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of experience installing and/or maintaining commercial fire alarm systems.
- Must be willing and able to differentiate types and colors of wire.
- Must be able to use hand tools, a laptop, email, a smartphone, and a tablet.
- Must be able 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 old and have a valid driver's license with limited violations.
- Must meet eligibility requirements to participate in Siemens' fleet vehicle program.
- Must be 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 and verification.
- Conduct final inspections and testing, and 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 recommend approaches for system installation.
- Communicate and coordinate at project sites, including supporting scheduling of trade contractors for start-up services.
- Follow local, corporate, and OSHA safety policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Health and wellness benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
