Fire Alarm Technician

Socket.dev; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union position

Union benefits

Job summary

Johnson Controls Canada is seeking a field technician to install, commission and verify Fire Alarm systems. You will read blueprints, coordinate with electricians and conduct acceptance tests, while preparing As Built drawings and maintaining up-to-date product knowledge.

Travel within the district and supervised programming of smaller systems are required parts of the role. The ideal candidate has a college diploma in Fire Protection or Electrical/Electronic, CFAA certification, and strong

Qualifications

• Completion of a college diploma in Fire Protection, Electrical/Electronic, or equivalent experience.
• Completion of CFAA certification.
• Ability to program basic operations on micro-processor-based systems without supervision.
• Proficient with computers, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Windows OS.
• Basic troubleshooting skills with electronic test equipment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to articulate technical solutions clearly.
• Valid Full G driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform assisted installation, commissioning, and verification on Fire Alarm equipment, including device and circuit connections.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, submittals, and specifications.
• Supervise and coordinate work with electricians on Fire Alarm systems.
• Complete verification reports for customers and conduct system acceptance tests with AHJs.
• Produce As Built drawings after job completion.
• Stay up to date with product line knowledge.
• Identify deficiencies and code issues in the field during verification.
• Travel within the district as required.
• Make small programming modifications to existing systems under supervision.
• Program small systems upon training.
• Assist in developing employee training programs for staff and customers.

Skills

Micro-processor programming

Troubleshooting

Clear technical communication

Proficient with Excel/Word/Windows

Education

College diploma in Fire Protection or Electrical/Electronic or equivalent

Canadian Fire Alarm Association (CFAA) certification

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

• Perform assisted installation, commissioning, and verification activities on Fire Alarm related equipment, including connection of devices and circuits.




• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, submittals, and specifications.




• Supervise and coordinate work with electricians working on Fire Alarm systems.




• Complete verification reports for submittal to customers and carry out system acceptance tests with AHJ’s and other interested parties.




• Complete As Built drawings on the completion of the job.




• Maintain up to date knowledge of various product lines.




• Identify general deficiencies and code issues in the field during verification.




• Travel throughout the District business area when required.




• Conduct small programming modifications to an existing system with supervision.




• Program small systems (upon training)




• Assist in developing employee training programs for employees and customers.

What we look for

Required

• Completion of a college diploma in Fire Protection, Electrical/Electronic, or equivalent experience, or actively pursuing such qualification.




• Completion of a Canadian Fire Alarm Association (CFAA) certification




• Demonstrated ability to program basic operations on micro-processor-based systems without supervision.




• Proficient in the use of computers, Microsoft excel, word, and Windows operating systems.




• Basic troubleshooting skills with working knowledge of electronic test equipment.




• Ability to express clear technical solutions in a clear and concise manner.




• Ability to lift equipment and tools up to 40lbs.




• Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding.




• Possess a valid Full G driver’s license.




• Strong communication skills and customer service focus.




• This is a union position. Placement within the pay range will be determined based on the candidate’s level of training and experience. The highest pay rate is reserved for individuals who are fully trained, including expertise in panel programming and other required skills.

Pay Range: $25.25-$42.59 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 exceptional
candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If youbelieve your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, 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.

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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.