Pioneering in America, from the first mile to the last. This is what drives us.

For more than 160 years, Siemens has been an integral provider of infrastructure, electrification, and transportation solutions in the United States. Automation’s impact on the railway industry is second only to the effects of digitalization. Combine them and the results are transformative! We work at the leading edge of this movement, applying our proven expertise in digitalization to rail infrastructure and automation.

Our innovative solutions deliver greater safety, punctuality, reliability, and sustainability across the line, all while reducing costs for mass transit and freight transportation systems. We are continuously developing new answers for rail automation – often to questions that haven’t been asked yet.

Position Overview:

We’re excited to welcome a skilled Maintenance Technician to our growing team! In this role, you’ll take on a variety of technical maintenance and installation tasks, applying both hands-on expertise and theoretical knowledge to keep our equipment running smoothly. You’ll troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, contribute to system improvements, and collaborate with engineers and junior staff to ensure operational excellence.

What Your Day May Look Like:

• Plan and execute assigned maintenance projects with minimal supervision.
• Analyze and troubleshoot technical problems on-site, performing necessary mechanical or electrical repairs.
• Demonstrated expertise in diagnosing and repairing diesel engines on transportation equipment, large forklifts, and other types of heavy machinery.
• Execute ramp-up, setup, and start procedures to prepare machines for operation.
• Support installation projects and collaborate with Industrial Engineers.
• Maintain and update technical documentation for equipment and processes.
• Provide technical guidance to junior staff when needed.
• Perform maintenance on various types of equipment across the facility.

What Will Make You Thrive in This Role

• Completion of a vocational training program in a technical field or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of hands-on experience in maintenance, assembly, or equipment setup
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience with commercial grade HVAC systems, large compressors, and commercial electrical experience are highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently and solve non-routine technical issues.
• Experience with technical documentation and process improvement.
• Comfortable working in moderately complex environments with specialized equipment.
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Additional Information:

Upon offer of employment, candidates will be subject to a background check and drug screen.

The physical demands described here are representative of those necessary to successfully perform the essential job duties:

• Frequently walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Frequently required to climb stairs, steps, and ladders
• Frequently required to work on elevated platforms.
• Perform work overhead.
• Occasionally lift and move at most 40 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Candidates should be willing to work in non-climate-controlled environments and inclement weather if required or if applicable.

Why you'll love working for Siemens!

• Freedom and healthy work-life balance– Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, HSA/FSA, Commuter Benefits – starting Day 1!
• Solve the world's most significant problems – Be part of exciting and innovative projects.
• Engaging, challenging, and fast evolving, pioneering technological environment.
• Competitive total rewards package.
• Opportunities to contribute your innovative ideas and get paid for them! Please take advantage of our Tuition Reimbursement program, Mentor Programs, and your development through online learning.
• Employee perks and discounts in addition to our 401k match and generous Paid Time Off!

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

This position is located in Sacramento, CA. The starting salary range for this position is $60,792 to $71,400 per year. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without needing current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.

Join the growing team at our world-class train manufacturing facility in Sacramento, CA. Siemens Mobility, Rolling Stock Division is the North American market leader in the production of passenger locomotives and coaches, and light rail vehicles.