Experienced Fire Alarm Installer

Johnson Controls; Cranberry Township (Butler County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a field technician to install, program, troubleshoot, and service fire alarm, access control, and CCTV systems at customer sites. The role emphasizes networked fire alarm focus with strong safety practices and teamwork.

Requirements include 3+ years in low voltage systems, blueprint literacy, tool proficiency, and physical ability. Ability to lift, climb, and travel may be required; after-hours work is possible.

Qualifications

• 3+ years documented experience in low voltage electrical systems, Fire/Life Safety, Access Control, CCTV, and Security Systems.
• Experience reading blueprints, submittals, and manuals.
• Experience with hand tools, test equipment, multimeters, digital analyzers, and commissioning devices.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Able to lift 50–70 lbs and perform physical tasks.
• Willing to work weekends and travel overnight if required.
• Strong customer service and teamwork mindset.
• Pass pre-employment background and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation/programming on integrated security and fire alarm systems.
• Respond to customer service calls, troubleshoot and repair as needed.
• Participate in after-hours service program.
• Communicate with central dispatch on work order status and updates.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specs, manuals.
• Supervise and inspect installation to meet specs.
• Complete certification courses on internal and external products.
• Submit all required task-related and productivity documentation promptly.

Skills

Low voltage systems

Fire/Life Safety

Access Control

CCTV

Security Systems

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Multimeter

Digital analyzer

Testing equipment

Electrical commissioning

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.

This skilled position involves installing, programming, troubleshooting, configuring, commissioning, and servicing Fire Alarm Systems, Access Control and CCTV Systems as well as other related building system products at customer sites. Including panel repair/reprogram, device replacement/repair, resolving low voltage circuit troubles and system testing. Organize and effectively utilize technical resources, information, material, and support to assure efficient execution of all assigned tasks. Position involves the programming of fire alarm, security, and access control system panels, but will primarily focus on networked fire alarm systems.

How You Will Do It

• Perform installation/programming on integrated security and fire alarm systems.
• Responds to customer service calls in a timely and efficient manner, troubleshoots and repairs as needed.
• Will be required to participate in after-hours service program.
• Communicates with central dispatch on current work order status and receives updates on outstanding customer issues.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems programs, schematics, and operational/product manuals.
• Supervise and inspect the installation of equipment to meet customer and contract specification.
• Completes necessary certification courses on internal and external products used.
• Complete and submit all required task-related, activity, productivity, and other documentation in a timely manner.

Required

• Minimum 3+ years documented experience in low voltage electrical systems, including Fire/Life Safety Systems, Access Control, CCTV, and Security Systems.
• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, and operational/product manuals.
• Experience with hand tools test equipment, multi-meter usage, digital analyzer and commissioning devices.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs.
• Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions 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.
• Overnight travel may be required.
• Demonstrates a prominent level of customer service.
• Ability to lead & work well with team members.
• Ability to adhere to, implement, and always follow safety guidelines and procedures.
• Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and an ability to learn quickly.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements.
• Able to pass a pre-employment background and drug test.
• Able to obtain and retain any licenses that are required by National, State and Local codes.
• Must always comply with safety guidelines.
• Working knowledge of electronic and digital test equipment.
• Basic understanding of Network concepts and architectures.
• Extended knowledge of DOS and Windows.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a short period of time.

Preferred

• Two-year Associates Degree in Electronics; Network; Computer Science or related field.
• NICET level II or ability to obtain in first year.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $26.00-36.00 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. 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 hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us