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About the Role

Our Fire Alarm Systems Technicians are responsible for the installation, programming, start-up, and commissioning of state-of-the-art fire alarm equipment, including fire safety, mass notification, detectors, and field peripherals. Your expertise and regular interaction with the customer will help keep their buildings and occupants safe.

Responsibilities

Participate in Operational Testing, Verification, and Acceptance: run routine reports to review system operation, conduct final inspections and testing, and support customer acceptance and the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
Assist in customer training on system operations and provide necessary plans and fire safety system documents for as-built drawings; identify code and non-conformance issues and make recommendations for system installation.
Conduct project site communication and coordination by supporting scheduling trade contractors to coordinate start-up services and adhere to local, corporate, and OSHA safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

1+ years of experience in the installation and/or maintenance of commercial fire alarm systems
Must be willing and able to differentiate types/colors of wire; use hand tools, laptop, email, smartphone, and tablet; 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 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.
Ability to read/understand design and construction documents.

Skills

Fire alarm systems installation
Fire alarm systems maintenance
NICET Fire Alarm Certification Level II
Differentiate types/colors of wire
Use hand tools
Use laptop
Use email
Use smartphone
Use tablet
Read/understand design and construction documents

Location

Austin, TX

Work Type

Office/Site only
Full-time
Permanent

Experience Level

Mid-level Professional

Education Level

High school diploma or state-recognized GED
Associate degree in electronics or related field

Salary/Compensations

$55,745 - $95,563 annually

Benefits

Variety of health and wellness benefits

About the Company

Siemens is a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare.
We create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.
Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments.

Equal Opportunity

Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.
Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law.
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local and state laws.