Traveling Security Systems Technician

This role supports our Norcross, GA, Charlotte, NC, or Winter Park, FL branch location, which serves customers throughout the greater Atlanta, GA, Charlotte, NC, or Orlando, FL area.

About the role

Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about creating perfect places that improve people’s lives. As a Security System Technician, you will be responsible for the installation, programming, start-up, and commissioning of state-of-the-art integrated security systems, including CCTV or IP cameras, alarm sensors, access control devices, and software platforms. You will be the face of Siemens, and your expertise and regular interaction with the customer will help keep their buildings and inhabitants safe.

Successful candidates will be expected to travel up to 75% within the SE US and must be willing to work in a variety of environments in and around mechanical equipment, including climbing ladders, scaffolds, and high-lift equipment, working in ducts, above ceilings, and in outside/inside/heat/cold/day/night conditions. You will use hand tools, laptop, email, smartphone, and tablet; differentiate types/colors of wire; and carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted.

Responsibilities

• Participate in operational testing, verification, and acceptance: run routine reports to review system operation, participate in final inspection and testing, and support customer acceptance.
• Assist with customer training on system operations.
• Complete and submit routine written reports.
• Identify code and non-conformance issues and make recommendations for system installation.
• Conduct project site communication and coordination; may support others in the scheduling of trade contractors to coordinate start-up services as needed.

Requirements

• 1+ year of experience in the installation and/or maintenance of large-scale integrated security systems (e.g., CCTV, Access Control, Video Management Systems).
• Demonstrated understanding of network components and workstation and server operating system management.
• Must be willing and able to work in various environments, including climbing ladders, scaffolds, and high-lift equipment, and in ducts, above ceilings, and in outside/inside/heat/cold/day/night conditions.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Basic: 1+ year of experience in integrated security systems installation/maintenance.
• Preferred:
  • 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 large-scale integrated security systems.
  • Ability to read/understand design and construction documents.
  • Exposure to CCURE (Software House), Siveillance, Genetec, or Vista.

Benefits

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $49,195 - $84,334 annually. The actual wage offered may vary depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.