Fire Alarm Installation Apprentice

Johnson Controls International; Rocky Hill (CT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking a Fire Alarm Installation Apprentice to join a team installing fire protection systems, including fire alarms, access control, security and suppression equipment.

You will handle low voltage wiring and device installation and ensure safe, organized tool storage at day’s end. The role requires trade-school eligibility, physical capability for lifting up to 70 lbs, and flexibility to work shifts or weekends.

Qualifications

• Passing grade from appropriate trade school.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools weighing up to 70 lbs.
• Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 60 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Ability to adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times.
• Excellent communication skills, using tact and diplomacy when dealing with customers and team members.
• 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 required by National, State and Local codes.

Responsibilities

• Applies judgment based on practice and precedence.
• Must be willing and able to follow directions when given.
• Must be able to think ahead and keep the momentum of the task moving forward without direction.
• Must maintain proper documentation for all work performed.
• May review project drawings to obtain all facts necessary to perform installation activities according to specifications.
• Must be able to work alternative shifts or weekends to meet customer and/or job requirements.
• Must adhere to all company safety policies and procedures.
• Must be comfortable working from heights.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Flexibility

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Education

Trade school

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

Fire Alarm Installation Apprentice is responsible for working in a team to complete the installation, of fire protection systems including: low voltage wiring and device installation for fire alarm, access control, security and suppression systems. Apprentices are also responsible for properly securing all Johnson Controls tools and equipment at the end of each work period so as to prevent damage or loss.

How you will do it

• Applies judgment based on practice and precedence.
• Must be willing and able to follow directions when given.
• Must be able to think ahead and keep the momentum of the task moving forward without direction.
• Must maintain proper documentation for all work performed.
• May review project drawings to obtain all facts necessary to perform installation activities according to specifications.
• Must be able to work alternative shifts or weekends to meet customer and/or job requirements.
• Must adhere to all company safety policies and procedures.
• Must be comfortable working from heights.

What we look for

Required

• Passing grade from appropriate trade school
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools weighing up to 70 lbs.
• Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 60 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Ability to adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times.
• Excellent communication skills, using tact and diplomacy when dealing with customers and team members.
• 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 required by National, State and Local codes.

Preferred

• OSHA/MSHA/NICET Certifications

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $21.00-$24.00 (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. If you believe yourbackground warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. 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