Fire Alarm Systems Technician - Fieldwork, Travel & Training

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Delta; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid vacation

Benefits package

Pension

On-site vehicle

Tools & equipment provided

Training opportunities

Safety focused culture

Employee discount

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking a Fire Alarm technician to perform assisted installation, commissioning, and verification of Fire Alarm equipment. You will read blueprints, complete verification reports, and conduct system acceptance tests with authorities having jurisdiction.

Role requires travel within British Columbia and Yukon, strong communication, teamwork, and hands-on skills with test equipment. A college diploma in Fire Protection or related field is preferred, with CFAA/ASTTBC

Qualifications

• Completion of a college diploma in Fire Protection or related field.
• Travel required within BC and Yukon; ability to travel as needed.
• Experience reading blueprints and manuals; strong writing/reporting skills.
• Must possess strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience with hand tools, test equipment, multimeters, and commissioning devices.
• Physically able to lift 50–70 lbs and access tight/high locations.

Responsibilities

• Perform assisted installation, commissioning, and verification on Fire Alarm equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, submittals, and specs.
• Complete verification reports and conduct system acceptance tests with AHJs and others.
• Create As Built drawings after job completion.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of product lines.
• Identify deficiencies and code issues in the field.
• Travel within the district as required.
• Perform small programming modifications under supervision.
• Program small systems after training.
• Adhere to OSHA and SimplexGrinnell safety policies.

Skills

Blueprints reading

Communication skills

Tools & equipment use

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Customer service

Time management

Driving

Education

Fire Protection diploma

Electrical/ Electronics program

Electrical Apprenticeship

CFAA or ASTTBC certification

Tools

Hand tools

Multimeter

Digital analyzer

Commissioning devices

Job description

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking a Fire Alarm technician to perform assisted installation, commissioning, and verification of Fire Alarm equipment. You will read blueprints, complete verification reports, and conduct system acceptance tests with authorities having jurisdiction.

Role requires travel within British Columbia and Yukon, strong communication, teamwork, and hands-on skills with test equipment. A college diploma in Fire Protection or related field is preferred, with CFAA/ASTTBC