Fire Alarm Inspector

CFAA; Hamilton; Hybrid; CAD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking an Inspector to perform routine inspections, testing, service, and preventive maintenance on electrical, sprinkler, or suppression life-safety products. You will work with low-voltage wiring, complete service acknowledgements, and follow a structured inspection schedule.

The role requires CFAA certification, a high school diploma, strong reading of blueprints and manuals, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• CFAA Certification is required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, program schematics and manuals.
• Experience with hand tools and multimeter usage.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Capable of performing physical labor up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work in ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends.
• Adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate strong customer service and teamwork.
• Self-starter with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect Electrical, Sprinkler or Suppression life safety product lines.
• Test, service and perform preventive maintenance.
• For low-voltage systems, manage wiring and related devices.
• Complete service acknowledgements with proper coding.
• Maintain structured inspection schedule and archive documents.
• Make minor repairs and programming changes.
• Provide technical training to junior inspectors and trainees.
• Complete inspections on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CFAA Certification

Reading blueprints

Customer service

Teamwork

Self-starter

Safety awareness

Physical strength

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Multimeter

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

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.