CFAA Fire Alarm Inspector

Johnson Controls; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in building technology is looking for an inspector in Winnipeg. The role involves conducting inspections and maintenance on fire and life safety systems. Ideal candidates will have CFAA Certification or equivalent experience. The position offers competitive pay ranging from $20 to $24.5 per hour, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Paid vacation and holidays

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• CFAA Certification or at least 2 years experience in Fire and Life Safety Systems.
• Experience interpreting blueprints and manuals.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance on safety products.
• Provide technical training to other inspectors.
• Make repairs with minimal supervision.

Skills

CFAA Certification or documented experience

Blueprint reading and interpretation

Hand tool operation

Troubleshooting systems

High level of customer service

Tools

Multi-meter

PC knowledge including MS Excel/Word

Job description

Overview

Unleash your potential with the Johnson Controls team!

As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. Join our winning team and pave the way for a bright future. With our extensive reach across various industries worldwide, our teams are uniquely positioned to support and empower you. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.

Join the Johnson Controls family and thrive in a culture that values your voice and ideas.

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Here\'s what we have to offer

• Competitive pay.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including pension, medical, dental, and vision care - available from day one.
• Extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities, supported by our outstanding internal resources.
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment.
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy.
• JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot).
• Company vehicle, tools, and equipment provided to complete all jobs.
• Scheduling and management support.

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 repairs with minimal supervision.
• Provide technical training to other inspectors and trainees.
• Complete assigned inspections on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for

Required

• CFAA Certified or 2+ years documented experience in Fire and /or Life Safety Systems.
• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, programs schematics and operational/product manuals.
• Experience with hand tools and multi-meter usage.
• Capable of performing physical labour to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 40 lbs.
• Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements.
• Ability to adhere to, implement, and always follow safety guidelines and procedures.
• Demonstrates an aptitude for troubleshooting systems and performing necessary repairs.
• Demonstrate a high level of customer service.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Self-starter that can work with little to no supervision.
• Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and ability to learn quickly.
• Ability to pass criminal background.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements.
• Open to the possibility of out-of-town travel and overnight shifts.
• Willing to participate in an on-call rotation.

Preferred

• Proficiency with using PCs including working knowledge of MS Excel / Word as well as iPhone apps.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $20-24.5 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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.