CFAA Fire Alarm Inspector

jci; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Hamilton, Ontario is seeking an Inspector to conduct routine inspections, testing, service, and preventative maintenance on Electrical, Sprinkler or Suppression life safety product lines.

You will work with low-voltage wiring, complete service acknowledgements, follow inspection schedules, input documents, perform minor repairs, and provide training to junior inspectors. This is a bargaining unit position under a union contract.

Qualifications

• CFAA Certification is required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience reading blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications and program manuals.
• Experience with hand tools and multi-meter usage.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Climb ladders/scaffolding up to 40 ft and access tight spaces.
• Flexibility to work weekends and maintain safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Inspect Electrical, Sprinkler or Suppression life safety product lines.
• Perform routine inspections, testing, service and preventative maintenance.
• Work with low-voltage wiring and associated devices.
• Complete Service Acknowledgements with proper coding.
• Maintain a structured inspection schedule.
• Input, retrieve and archive inspection documents.
• Make minor repairs and programming changes.
• Provide technical training to junior inspectors.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Reading diagrams

Submittals

Operational manuals

Teamwork

Education

CFAA Certification

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Multi-meter

Hand tools

Job description

Job Description

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

What you will do

Inspectors are responsible for conducting routine inspections, testing, service, and preventative maintenance on Electrical, Sprinkler or Suppression life safety product lines as well as similar competitive manufacturers’ product lines.

How you will do it

• Work with low-voltage wiring and associated devices for the operation of low-voltage equipment.
• Complete Service Acknowledgements with proper coding through communication devices such as laptop computers and/or hard copy.
• Follow and maintain a highly structured inspection schedule.
• Input, retrieve and archive inspection documents via laptop computer.
• Make minor repairs and programming changes to systems being inspected.
• Provide technical training to less senior inspectors and trainees.
• Complete assigned inspections on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What we look for

Required

• CFAA Certification.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, program schematics and operational/product manuals.
• Experience with hand tools and multi-meter usage.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult position such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements.
• Ability to adhere to, implement, and follow safety policy guidelines and procedures at all times.
• Demonstrate a high level of customer service.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Self-starter that can work with little to no supervision.
• Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and an ability to learn quickly.
• Valid Full G Driver's licence.

Preferred

• Special Hazards experience
• Service background
• Familiarity with sprinklers, Fire Pumps, and Suppression Systems

Pay Range:

$25.25 -$33.59 hourly rate determined by the CBA/rate sheet. Benefits are providedthrough a local labor union aligned with a collective bargaining agreement. The posted salaryrange reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptionalcandidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If youbelieve your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage youto apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools,including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiringdecisions are ultimately made by human reviewers.

*This is a Bargaining Unit Position.

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Johnson Controls’ Canadian subsidiaries are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants, candidates and employees with disabilities, in accordance with applicable human rights legislation, and in Ontario, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (“AODA”). When requested, accommodation will be provided throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. To request accommodation, please contact us. Any information you provide related to accommodation measures will be treated as confidential. A copy of Johnson Controls’ applicable AODA policies are available on our website at www.johnsoncontrols.com for your reference, and can be made available in accessible formats upon request.