Fire Alarm Installer — Hands-On Field Technician

Johnson Controls International; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Fire Installer I in Greensboro, NC to install, repair, and program conventional and addressable fire alarm and security systems. This hands-on technician role involves field work, direct customer interaction, and solving technical issues in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, using test equipment, and ensuring safe, compliant system operation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Some experience in Fire Alarm or Integrated Security Systems maintenance.
• Electrical installation experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer interaction skills.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and make repairs without direct management support.
• Self-starter who can work with minimum supervision.
• Be able to obtain and retain any licenses required by National, State, and Local codes.
• Pass a criminal background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, install, and program conventional and addressable fire alarm, security, nurse call, intercom, CCTV systems, and related building systems products.
• Perform inspections and installation activities on electronic fire systems.
• Use test equipment such as oscilloscope, multi-meters, digital analyzers, battery analyzers, frequency meters, decibel meters, and communication devices.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems, programs, schematics, and operation/product manuals.
• Carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 40 pounds and work in ladders, scaffolding, ducts, crawl spaces, and above-ceiling spaces.
• Support busy project schedules, including overtime or overnight stays when required.
• Work directly with customers and internal teams to complete assigned service and installation work safely and efficiently.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Self-motivation

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Electrical installation experience

Job description

Johnson Controls is seeking a Fire Installer I in Greensboro, NC to install, repair, and program conventional and addressable fire alarm and security systems. This hands-on technician role involves field work, direct customer interaction, and solving technical issues in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, using test equipment, and ensuring safe, compliant system operation.