Fire Alarm Installer

Johnson Controls; Florida; On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Johnson Controls in the United States is hiring an entry-level installer to assist the responsible person with install tasks for electronic product lines and standard electronic systems, following instructions and helping with startup through testing.

The role requires reading blueprints, lifting up to 50–70 lbs, climbing ladders, wearing safety gear, possible weekend shifts, and completing daily paperwork; benefits provided, equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Able to read and understand complex blueprints, diagrams and specifications used in installation.
• Construction experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Drug screen and background check required.
• Capable of lifting 50–70 lbs and performing physical labor.
• Able to climb ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 ft.
• Demonstrates a high level of customer service.
• Low voltage experience is a plus.
• 1 year of Fire Alarm and/or Security System experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation of electronic systems from start-up through final testing.
• Follow verbal and written instructions and read complex blueprints and diagrams.
• Move equipment and tools weighing up to 50-70 lbs.
• Work in unusual positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Pick up and dispose of trash related to SimplexGrinnell work.
• Wear safety equipment including hard hats and boots.
• May work alternate shifts or weekends to meet customer requirements.
• Perform other duties as requested.
• Submit required daily paperwork.

Skills

Customer service

Strong organizational skills

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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

Assists the responsible person in performing the required duties for completion of install related tasks for electronic product lines and standard electronic systems. Observes the actions of the responsible person(s) and applies as directed.

How you will do it

• Helping with installation of electronic systems, including start up through final testing.
• Follow verbal and written instruction, read and understand complex construction blueprints, diagrams and specifications used in installation activities.
• Carry/move equipment and tools weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Perform work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet or more.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Pick up and properly dispose of all trash associated with SimplexGrinnell work.
• Wear appropriate safety equipment as required, including but not limited to hard hats and work boots.
• May be required to work alternate shifts or weekends to meet customer installation requirements.
• Perform other duties as requested.
• Daily submission of required paperwork.

What we look for

• Required High School Diploma or GED
• Follow verbal and written instructions, read and understand complex construction blueprints, diagrams and specifications used in installation activities.
• Construction experience required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Successful completion of drug screen and background check.
• Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs.
• Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult position such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
• Demonstrate a high level of customer service.
• Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and an ability to learn quickly.
• Preferred Experience in an electrical trade preferred.
• Low voltage experience is a plus.
• 1 year of Fire Alarm and/or Security System experience

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $19-$26 (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.

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. 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.

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