Fire Alarm Installer

jci; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Fire Alarm Technician to maintain, repair and install conventional and addressable fire alarm systems. Candidates should read blueprints, interpret submittals, and perform inspections on electronic fire systems.

The role requires High School Diploma, 1 year experience in fire alarm systems, strong communication, and the ability to handle physical labor. A valid driver's license and ability to pass background checks are expected.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of maintaining, repairing, and installing fire alarm systems.
• Experience with electrical installation and testing.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and install fire alarm systems according to codes.
• Read blueprints and manuals and perform inspections on electronic fire systems.
• Handle physical labor and move equipment up to 40 pounds.

Skills

Fire alarm systems knowledge

Electrical installation

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

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

• Knowledge of maintaining, repairing, and installing, conventional and addressable fire alarm systems. Knowledge of multi-meters, and/or decibel meters.
• Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing a ladder, scaffolding, crawl spaces and above ceilings, etc.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, and operation/product manuals.
• Perform inspections and installation activities on electronic fire systems.

What we look for Required

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• One (1) experience in Fire Alarm systems.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Electrical installation experience.
• Excellent customer interaction skills.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and make repairs, unaided by management.
• Self-starter needed that can work with minimum supervision.
• Pass criminal background check and drug test.
• Have a valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company

Requirements

• Be able to obtain and retain any licenses that are required by National, State and Local codes.

Preferred

• Three (3) years of experience in the Fire Alarm Systems.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $19-$24 (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

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