Fire Service/ Inspection Technician

Johnson Controls; Delta; On-site; CAD 83,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid vacation, holidays and sick time

Benefits, pension, medical, dental, &

Day-one benefits

Training & cross-training programs

Zero Harm safety policy

Employee discounts

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Fire Alarm Technician to join our team in the Kitimat, BC area, supporting service and inspection work for customers. The role involves inspections, testing, service and preventative maintenance on fire alarm and life-safety systems, with training opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

Ideal candidates will have high school education, ability to read schematics, and experience with low voltage wiring, tools, and a strong safety mindset.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience reading blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, programs schematics and manuals.
• Experience with hand tools and multimeter usage.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Able to work in ladders, scaffolding and high lifts up to 40 feet.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, testing, service, and preventive maintenance on Fire Alarm and life safety systems.
• Work with low voltage wiring and related devices.
• Complete service acknowledgements with proper coding via laptops or hard copy.
• Maintain structured inspection schedule and document archive.
• Perform repairs with minimal supervision.
• Provide technical training to inspectors and trainees.
• Complete assigned inspections on time.

Skills

Customer service

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Physical stamina

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

ASTTBC/CFAA certificate (preferred)

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

PCs & mobile apps

Multimeter

Hand tools

Job description

We are looking for a Fire Alarm Technician to join our team in the Kitimat, BC area, supporting Service and Inspection work for our customers.

Experienced candidates from other locations are welcome to apply, and a relocation package may be considered.

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.

• 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 and driving record that meets company requirements.

Preferred

• ASTTBC / CFAA Certificate

• 2+ years documented experience in Fire and /or Life Safety Systems.

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

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $40 -60 (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. 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

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