Fire Detection Inspector

Johnson Controls; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Jacksonville, FL seeks a seasoned Inspector to perform routine inspections, testing, service, and preventive maintenance on Electrical, Sprinkler, or Suppression life‑safety product lines, including similar competitive products.

You will handle low‑voltage wiring, complete Service Acknowledgements, maintain a structured inspection schedule, input and archive documents, perform minor repairs, and train less‑senior inspectors. Travel and lifting up to 50–70 lbs may be required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years documented experience in low voltage electrical systems and Fire and/or Life Safety Systems experience.
• Aptitude for troubleshooting systems.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs.
• Able to climb ladders, scaffolding, and high lift equipment up to 40 feet; work in ducts and crawl spaces.
• Willing to travel out of town including overnight lodging.
• Demonstrate a high level of customer service and teamwork.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and ability to obtain required licenses.

Responsibilities

• Inspect Electrical, Sprinkler or Suppression life-safety product lines and related products.
• Work with low voltage wiring and devices for operation of low voltage equipment.
• Complete Service Acknowledgements with proper coding via laptops or hard copy.
• Follow and maintain a structured inspection schedule.
• Input, retrieve, and archive inspection documents via laptop or mobile device.
• Make minor repairs and programming changes to inspected systems.
• Provide technical training to less senior inspectors and trainees.
• Complete assigned inspections on time.

Skills

Low voltage systems

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

NICET Certification

Inspector Entrée Course (Electrical or Sprinkler)

Tools

Hand tools

Multi-meter

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

Inspectors are responsible for conducting routine inspections, testing, service, and preventative maintenance on Electrical, Sprinkler or Suppression life safety product lines as well as similar competitive manufacturers’ product lines. Work with low voltage wiring and associated devices for the operation of low voltage equipment. Complete Service Acknowledgements with proper coding through communication devices such as laptop computers and/or hard copy. Follow and maintain a highly structured inspection schedule. Input, retrieve and archive inspection documents via laptop computer. Complete assigned inspections on time. Perform other duties as assigned.

How you will do it

• Work with low voltage wiring and associated devices for the operation of low voltage equipment.
• Complete Service Acknowledgements with proper coding through communication devices such as laptop computers and/or hard copy.
• Follow and maintain a highly structured inspection schedule.
• Input, retrieve and archive inspection documents via mobile device.
• Make minor repairs and programming changes to systems being inspected.
• Provide technical training to less senior inspectors and trainees.
• Complete assigned inspections on time.

What we look for

Required

• 5+ years documented experience in low voltage electrical systems and Fire and /or Life Safety Systems experience required.
• Demonstrates an aptitude for troubleshooting systems.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• 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.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements.
• Willing to travel out of town including overnight lodging.
• Demonstrate a high level of customer service.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Self-starter that can work with supervision.
• Ability to adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times.
• Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and an ability to learn quickly.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements.
• Able to obtain and retain any licenses that are required by National, State and Local codes.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
  Successful completion of the Inspector Entrée Course (Electrical or Sprinkler).
• NICET Certification
  

Preferred

• Experience with hand tools and multi-meter usage.
• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, programs schematics and operational/product manuals.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $25-$35 (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

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