Experienced Security Service Technician (Maine Electrical license)

001 Johnson Controls Security Solutions LLC; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 41,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus for selected candidates

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking a Security Technician to troubleshoot and service intrusion, IP CCTV, access control and fire alarm systems from multiple manufacturers. You will identify customer needs, inform them of next steps, and ensure full functionality.

The role requires an electrical/electronic background and 5+ years in low-voltage or security. A Maine Electrical license and strong communication skills are essential; NICET II or higher and HIRSCH certificate are preferred.

Qualifications

• Electrical/ Electronics background required.
• Minimum 5 years in low-voltage or security industry.
• Knowledge of major security platforms: Bosch/Radionics, Honeywell, Firelite, Silent Knight, DMP, DSC.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Experience with Card Access, CCTV and IP cameras.
• Maine Electrical license.
• Excellent communication skills.
• NICET II or higher and HIRSCH certificate preferred.
• Some college preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and service intrusion, IP CCTV, access control and fire alarm systems.
• Identify customer needs and explain next steps to repair.
• Inspect systems for proper functionality and provide reports to customer and company.
• Work independently at a remote location with provided tools.
• Coordinate inspections and/or installations with police, fire departments, or other agencies.
• Provide quotes and upsell opportunities; complete forms accurately.

Skills

Electrical background

Security industry experience

Communication skills

Card Access/CCTV/IP cameras experience

Maine Electrical license

Valid driver's license

Fire alarm experience (preferred)

Some college (preferred)

NICET II or greater preferred

HIRSCH Certificate

Education

Some college (preferred)

NICET II or greater preferred

Maine Electrical license

HIRSCH Certificate

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

• A Johnson Controls Security Technician is a troubleshooter and service expert possessing knowledge and experience with intrusion, IP CCTV, access control and fire alarm systems from multiple manufacturers.
• Candidate will possess strong verbal communication skills as they identify the needs of the customer and then inform them of next steps and processes to repair the system as needed to return full functionality.
• Candidate will possess skills and experience to inspect said systems to ensure proper functionality and provide written or digital reports to customer and company as needed.
• Provide our customers with the highest level of service to solve building inefficiencies and resolve service related items.
• This Technician will be set up with all of the tools and equipment needed to work independently from a remote location.
• As a trusted advisor to our customers you will provide solutions and outcomes at the time of service.

Sign on bonus available for selected, qualified, candidate with a NICET II. Bonus paid out after 6 months of employment.

How you will do it

• Locate and alleviate trouble with damaged equipment or wiring.
• Readjust equipment, repair, or replace inoperative equipment and test for operation.
• Coordinate inspections and/or installations with police, fire departments, or other appropriate agencies.
• Performs repair and/or inspections of intrusion detection, IP CCTV, Access Control systems and fire alarms (if applicable).
• Assists fellow service technicians with system repairs and completes minor repairs including battery replacement.
• Tests operation of system to the customer monitoring center to properly establish service connectivity.
• Complete all forms accurately and customer paperwork as required.
• Provide recommendations and solutions to ensure facility is running efficiently to include upselling opportunities.
• Provide quotes to support recommendations and solutions.

What we look for

• Required Electrical/Electronic background.
• 5 years in low-voltage or security industry.
• Excellent general knowledge of major security manufacturer platforms including: Bosch/Radionics, Honeywell, Firelite, Silent Knight, DMP, DSC, etc.
• Valid driver's license with an excellent driving record.
• Experience with Card Access/CCTV/IP cameras.
• Maine Electrical license.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Preferred Fire alarm experience preferred.
• Some college preferred.
• NICET II or greater preferred.
• HIRSCH Certificate.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $30.00-41.25 (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. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply.

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 #techhiring

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

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