Fire Alarm Installation Apprentice

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

OSHA/MSHA/NICET certifications (prefer

Job summary

Johnson Controls is hiring a Fire Alarm Installation Apprentice to join a team installing fire protection systems, including fire alarms, access control, and suppression systems. The role requires following instructions, handling physical labor, and maintaining safety and documentation.

Applicants should have a passing grade from an appropriate trade school, be able to work flexible hours, and possess a valid driver’s license. OSHA/MSHA/NICET certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be physically capable of performing labor including lifting up to 70 lbs, climbing and working at heights.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to follow directions.
• Able to learn quickly and work flexible hours.
• Valid driver’s license with driving record meeting company requirements.

Responsibilities

• Install and secure fire protection systems including fire alarm, access control, security, and suppression components.
• Assist in reading project drawings and install per specifications.
• Maintain documentation of work performed and ensure tools/equipment are secured after each shift.
• Work with team to meet customer and job requirements, including possible weekend shifts.

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

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. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.