Smart Infrastructure Posted September 9, 2026

Lead Building Automation Service Specialist

Albany, New York, United States of America Permanent
Controls Technician

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About this opportunity

Position Location: This role supports our Latham, NY  branch location, which serves customers throughout the greater Albany & Rensselaer, NY  area.

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We are i mproving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

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.

Transform the everyday with us !

Our Lead  Service Specialists  performs assigned tasks on building automation systems. Tasks include service agreement maintenance, projects, and on-call (time and material) service. Responds to emergency service calls as directed during regularly scheduled hours and after hours as needed.  Our Lead Service Specialists are the face of Siemens,   and your expertise and regular interaction with the customer will help them save energy and money, as well as create a more sustainable future for our environment.

As a  Lead Service Specialist, you will:   

Execute digitalization and standard service operations strategies

Work with multiple internal service team members including Service Sales, Client Service Managers, Service Coordinators, and RAM Digital Service Center personnel

Follow safety requirements as outlined by Siemens and customers

Successfully complete assigned training as outlined in the training path

Follow mandatory policies, procedures, and standards

Develop relationships at all levels within the customer’s organization and exhibit strong customer service skills

Identify customer needs and make prioritized recommendations for service agreement adds, upgrades, and escalations

May coordinate with contractors on job sites and maintains tools and test equipment

Respond to service calls (emergency and on-site) as assigned. Perform repairs as directed on all automation system types and complete service ticket documentation per the policy

Follow and maintain preventive maintenance schedules and maintain complete and accurate documentation of services performed and generate reports within Siemens tools

Provide instructions to customer personnel regarding proper system operations and assist with training

Identify and report system discrepancies, suggest system upgrade opportunities, and may assist in pricing of repairs and upgrades to existing agreement

Perform system checkout and startup on projects, participate in job site final walk and/or final completion for systems-to-service turnover on assigned jobs

Lead and mentor other Service Technicians and identify quote deficiency repairs

Develop strong working relationships with internal and external customers, identify needs, and resolve issues, and use Siemens technology and devices

Work overtime when needed (Compressed schedule performance can be a factor and will require extended hours to meet commitments)

Work rotational On-Call after approximately one year of employment

This role will work onsite at Regeneron pharmaceuticals

You will make an impact with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

5+ years of experience performing preventive maintenance and diagnostics of building automation systems

Demonstrated on-the-job experience with:

Open protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, and TCP/IP Ethernet and networking

Engineering concepts, programming, job start-up and checkout, and troubleshooting

Ability and willingness to work in a variety of circumstances, including climbing ladders, scaffolds, and high lift equipment, working in ducts, crawl spaces, roofs, basements, above ceilings, and in various conditions

Must be able to use hand tools, laptop, email, smartphone, and tablet as well as carrying and moving equipment and tools weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted

Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)

Must be able and willing to work overtime and on-call as needed

Verbal and written communication skills in English

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

Preferred Qualifications:

High school diploma or state-recognized GED

Specialized skill training/certification

Experience installing and servicing electronic control or HVAC equipment; 1+ years

Demonstrated use of building automation systems, PLCs, HVAC, electrical concepts, and building operations

Engineering and programming (PLC or BMS) background

Ready to create your own journey?   Join u s today !

About Siemens

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing  equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

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You’ll Benefit From Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html

The pay range for this position is $66,259 - $113,587  annually. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.

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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.

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Application Deadline

This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool.

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Criminal History

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Job details

Seniority
Not listed
Role
Controls Technician
Industry
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Location
Albany, New York, United States of America
Employment type
Permanent
Travel
Not listed

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Controls Technician role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 313 comparable Controls Technician roles across 7 employers.

313Comparable roles tracked
245Currently active
7Companies hiring similar roles
9Countries represented

Salary context

55 of 313 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function. This posting doesn't list a seniority level, so peers aren't narrowed by seniority either -- the range below may span more levels than usual.

This roleSubject Not listed on this posting
Lowest disclosed · Mechanical Installer 1 · Dematic $34,000/yr – $64,000/yr
Highest disclosed · Mechanical Installation Foreman 2 · Dematic $88,000/yr – $95,000/yr
Peer group range $49,000 – $91,500 (median $58,900)

Where these roles are based

Top locations among the 313 comparable roles

United States288
Canada6
Switzerland4
France2
Australia1
Germany1

+ 3 more countries

Seniority mix

65 of 313 peers have a known seniority level

Senior65

Similar opportunities

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Controls Technician - US Veteran Trainee Program
Rockwell Automation (USA) · Milwaukee, WI, United States · Seniority not listed
Role Therapeutic area Seniority Country
40%
Mechanical Installer 2
Dematic · Grand Rapids, United States · Seniority not listed
Role Therapeutic area Seniority Country
Unmatched or unknown dimensions score exactly the same: 0 points, never a partial guess. A role we know almost nothing about beyond its function bottoms out at 25%; it never inflates to 100% just because there's little to compare against. Seniority uses a defined ladder (Associate → Manager → Associate Director → Senior → Principal → Director → Senior Director → Executive/VP) so "Director" and "Senior Director" count as adjacent, but "Director" and "Executive/VP" do not.