Field Fire Alarm Technician - Mentoring & Maintenance

Siemens; Orono (ME); On-site; USD 49,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens is seeking a Fire Alarm Systems Service Technician to support customers across Central and Northern Maine with field-based service and maintenance of commercial fire alarm systems. You will inspect, test, and repair systems, and mentor junior technicians while ensuring code compliance and high customer satisfaction.

The role requires 3+ years in fire alarm installation/maintenance, NICET II certification, valid US driver’s license, and the ability to lift up to 75 pounds.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in the installation and/or maintenance of commercial fire alarm systems.
• Able to differentiate types/colors of wire and use hand tools, laptop, email, smartphone, and tablet; capable of lifting up to 75 pounds unassisted.
• NICET II Fire Alarm Certification.
• Must be 18+ with a valid driver's license and eligible for Siemens' fleet vehicle program.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

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 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.

Skills

Wire identification

Hand tools

Laptop usage

Smartphone/tablet use

Lifting up to 75 lbs

Education

NICET II Fire Alarm Certification

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in electronics or related field

Job description

Siemens is seeking a Fire Alarm Systems Service Technician to support customers across Central and Northern Maine with field-based service and maintenance of commercial fire alarm systems. You will inspect, test, and repair systems, and mentor junior technicians while ensuring code compliance and high customer satisfaction.

The role requires 3+ years in fire alarm installation/maintenance, NICET II certification, valid US driver’s license, and the ability to lift up to 75 pounds.