Fire Alarm Inspection/ Service Technician

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Windsor; Hybrid; CAD 71,635,000 - 91,693,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle

JCI Employee discount programs

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Windsor, Ontario is seeking a Fire Alarm & Life Safety Technician to perform routine inspections, testing, service and preventive maintenance on life safety systems. You will work with low voltage wiring, complete service acknowledgements, follow a structured inspection schedule and input, retrieve, and archive inspection documents with a laptop or paper records.

Required include a High School Diploma or equivalent, ability to lift up to 40 lbs, pass background checks, and a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience reading blueprints, diagrams, submittals, and manuals.
• Able to use hand tools and a multimeter.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, testing, service and preventive maintenance on Fire Alarm and life safety systems.
• Work with low voltage wiring and associated devices.
• Complete service acknowledgements with proper coding.
• Follow and maintain a structured inspection schedule.
• Input, retrieve and archive inspection documents.
• Make repairs with minimal supervision.
• Provide technical training to other inspectors and trainees.
• Complete assigned inspections on time.

Skills

Blueprints reading

Hand tools

Multimeter usage

Lifting up to 40 lbs

Safety procedures

Customer service

Self-starter

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

PC usage

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.

Here’swhat we have to offer:

• Competitive pay.

• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

• Comprehensive benefits package, pension, medical, dental, and vision care – available from day one.

• Extensive product andon-the-job/cross-trainingopportunities, supported by our outstanding internal resources.

• Encouraging and collaborative team environment.

• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy.

• Company Vehicle

• JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot).

What you will do:

Technicians are responsible for performing routine inspections, testing, service, and preventative maintenance on Fire Alarm and life safety systems.

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 repairswith minimal supervision.

• Provide technical training to other inspectors and trainees.

• Complete assigned inspections on time.

What we are looking for:

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

• 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 position 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 follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times.

• 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 an ability to learn quickly.

• Ability to pass a criminal background check, as well as alcohol and drug testing, as required by certain sites.

• Possess a valid driver’s license ( Full G) and driving record that meets company requirements.

Preferred

• CFAA Certificate

• Experience in Fire and /or Life Safety Systems industry.

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

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $25.00 -$32.00 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience,knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with marketdata.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflectsthe target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidatesmay bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe yourbackground warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. Tosupport an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, includingartificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions areultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on theJohnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us