Experienced Fire Alarm Installer/Programmer

YDU JC Air Cond & Ref Inc.- Dubai; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Houston seeks a skilled Fire Alarm/Access Control Installer to install, program, troubleshoot, and service fire alarm systems, CCTV, and related building systems at customer sites. You will interpret blueprints, configure panels, and ensure compliance with safety standards.

The role requires at least 5 years of commercial fire alarm experience, potential after-hours work, and the ability to lift up to 50-70 lbs. Foreman background and FAL license preferred; NICET II a plus.

Qualifications

• Required: At least 5 years of documented experience in commercial fire alarm installation.
• Foreman or Lead background preferred for large projects.
• FAL license required or equivalent.
• Experience reading blueprints, submittals, and manuals.
• Experience with hand tools, test equipment, multimeters, digital analyzers, and commissioning devices.
• Capable of physical labor up to 50–70 lbs.
• Willing to work unusual positions and weekends; travel may be required.
• Ability to pass pre-employment background and drug test.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Must obtain and retain necessary licenses per codes.
• Basic understanding of network concepts.

Responsibilities

• Install, program, troubleshoot, configure, commission, and service fire alarm, CCTV and access control systems at customer sites.
• Organize technical resources and ensure efficient task execution.
• Read blueprints, diagrams, and specifications; supervise installation to meet specs.
• Complete required documentation in a timely manner.
• Participate in after-hours service and communicate status with dispatch.

Skills

Fire alarm installation

Project leadership

FAL license

Blueprint reading

Test equipment use

Digital multimeter

Network concepts

Driver's license

Safety compliance

Customer service

Education

Associates degree in Electronics

NICET Level II

Tools

Hand tools

Multi-meter

Digital analyzer

Commissioning devices

Job description

About us

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

• 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.
• Respond to customer service calls in a timely and efficient manner, troubleshoot and repair as needed.
• Will be required to participate in after-hours service program.
• Communicate with central dispatch on current work order status and receive 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 specifications.
• Complete 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.

What we look for

• Required: At least 5 years of documented experience in commercial fire alarm installation.
• Prefer someone with Foreman or Lead background running large projects.
• FAL license.
• 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.
• Capable of performing physical labour 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.
• Able to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements.
• Overnight travel may be required.
• Demonstrate a high 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 licences that are required by National, State and Local codes.
• Basic understanding of Network concepts and architectures.
• Preferred: Two-year Associates Degree in Electronics, Network, Computer Science or related field.
• Preferred: NICET level II or ability to obtain in first year.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $26-39 (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.

For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us.

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