Fire Alarm Technician (union)

Johnson Controls, Inc.; East Farmingdale (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Commercial Installer, where you'll work with commercial customers to install and program Integrated Security systems. This role requires technical skills, customer service, and the ability to read blueprints. You'll also mentor junior installers and ensure safe installation practices.

Qualifications

• 3+ years electrical and electronic equipment experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings.

Responsibilities

• Installs and programs Integrated Security fire and security systems.
• Coordinates installations with police/fire departments.
• Coaches and mentors less experienced installers.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Mechanical Aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical School Training

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

Be part of the future!

We are one team, dedicated to working collaboratively to create the purposeful solutions that propel the world forward. We hope you will join our diverse team of top people - you bring your talent, and we'll give you the space and opportunities to grow and succeed. We are committed to make a difference.

What you will do:

As a critical part of the team, the Commercial Installer works onsite with our commercial customers to set up and program their Integrated Security fire and security systems. The Commercial Installer also dismantles and reconstructs equipment when necessary.

How you will do it:

• Installs appropriate devices; dismantles and reconstructs equipment as required by customer or Tyco Integrated Security.
• Works safely and responsibly to avoid injuries, damage to property, loss of unused materials and cleans up installation debris.
• Contacts customers prior to the date of scheduled installation to verify schedule.
• Prepares estimates in accordance with prescribed instructions or directions of supervisor.
• Follow proper schematic wiring diagrams and hook-up procedures.
• Tests operation of system to the signal-receiving center to properly establish service.
• Reads building, electrical and sprinkler blueprints as required.
• Coordinates installations with police/fire departments and handles necessary records for notification of emergency calls.
• May manage installation teams on larger projects.
• Coach and mentor less experienced installers.

What we look for:

Required

• A high school diploma or GED
• Some technical school training is a plus.
• 3+ years electrical and electronic equipment experience with demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools.
• Ability to operate fleet vehicle in a safe manner at all times.
• Ability to communicate and provide excellent customer service.

Pay Range: $23.45 to $42.41/hr. based on experience. Hourly rate determined by the CBA/rate sheet. Benefits are provided through a local labor union aligned with a collective bargaining agreement.