Fire Alarm, Inspector Technician

About the role

Fire Alarm Technicians play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of our Smart Buildings. You will be responsible for the service and maintenance of commercial fire alarm systems. You will ensure that components are inspected, tested, operated, and maintained according to the operational requirements of the customer. In addition to your primary responsibilities, you will also act as a mentor, providing on-the-job training to less experienced technicians, fostering a culture of growth and knowledge-sharing within our team. Our Fire Alarm Service Technicians are the face of Siemens, and your expertise and regular interaction with the customer will help keep their buildings and inhabitants safe.

Responsibilities

• Execute comprehensive testing and inspections for systems under maintenance agreements
• Create detailed test and inspection reports based on code requirements and customer needs
• Swiftly respond to, troubleshoot, and complete necessary repairs to maintain system functionality. Report on activities completed, deferred, or requiring further action or material
• Code Compliance: Identify code and non-conformance issues, ensuring 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 mentor, Lead Technicians, and Supervisors to strategize tasks effectively

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience in the installation and/or maintenance of commercial fire alarm systems
• Must be able and willing 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 obtain NICET Fire Alarm Certification Level 2 within 12 months
• Must be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with limited violations

Qualifications

• High school diploma or state-recognized GED; Associate degree in electronics or related field preferred
• 3+ years’ experience in the installation and/or maintenance of commercial fire alarm systems
• Ability to read/understand design and construction documents

Benefits

Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html

Pay

The pay range for this position is $49,195 - $82,680 annually. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Schedule

Commensurate with experience.

Skills

Basic skills include basic electrical wiring, understanding of fire alarm systems, and ability to troubleshoot and repair fire alarm systems. Preferred skills include experience with various brands such as Siemens, Notifier, Edwards, Est, Gamwell, Mircom, Fike, Vigilant, Siemens XLS, and Siemens MXL.

Benefits

Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html

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