Fire Detection Service Technician

Johnson Controls; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package including 401K, etc.

Company vehicle and tools provided

Daily support and training resources

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Johnson Controls in California is seeking a Fire Detection Service Technician 5 to service and troubleshoot fire alarm systems at customer sites in the Rancho Cordova area. You will diagnose problems, perform repairs, and support ongoing maintenance while following safety procedures.

This role requires 6+ years in low voltage systems, reading blueprints, and strong customer service. A NICET certification is preferred and a company vehicle and tools are provided where applicable.

Qualifications

• 6+ years documented experience in low voltage electrical systems including Fire/Life Safety, Access Control, Nurse Call and Paging.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, submittals and manuals; knowledge of test equipment and commissioning devices.
• High School Diploma or equivalent; valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Receive service calls and diagnose equipment/system malfunctions at customer sites.
• Troubleshoot and repair fire alarm and related building systems per procedures and manuals.
• Read blueprints and schematics; provide customer with solutions and quotes.
• Perform on-call rotations and mentor teammates when needed.
• Maintain safe, compliant operating practices and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Customer service

Reading blueprints

Communication

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

NICET Level II certification preferred

Tools

Test equipment

Multimeter

Digital analyzer

Commissioning devices

Job description

Fire Detection Service Technician 5

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team

As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one
• Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities with outstanding internal resources
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
• Company vehicle (as applicable), Tools, and Equipment to complete all jobs
• Providing Scheduling and management support
• JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)
• Check us Out: A Day in the Life of the Building of the Future https://youtu.be/pdZMNrDJviY

What you will do

• Receive service calls fromServiceResource Center, including a brief description of equipment/system malfunctions.
• Responsible for contacting customerrepresentativeandascertainequipment/systems problems.
• Diagnose problems and perform service and repairs on electronic fire alarm systems and other related building system products at customer sites.
• Follow prescribed troubleshooting procedures and refer to technical manuals, part manuals, change notices and bulletins, modification notices, etc. to repair equipment.
• Service, troubleshoot and install many different manufacturers’ Fire & Life Safety systems including SimplexGrinnell.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals,specificationssoftware/systems, programs,schematicsand operational product manuals.
• Exhibit excellent customer service skills by consistently communicating with the district staff and customers to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Complete Service Acknowledgements with proper coding through communication devices, such as smart phones and laptop computers.
• Obtain customer signature upon completed service call assignment.
• Participate in a scheduled On-call rotation. Help to train or mentor others on the service team.
• Provide our customers with the highest level of service to solve building inefficiencies and resolveservice relateditems. As a trusted advisor to ourcustomersyou will provide solutions and outcomes at the time of service
• Perform other duties as assigned.

How you will do it

• This skilled position involves troubling shooting and repairing installed systems. Including panel repair/reprogram, device replacement/repair, resolving low voltage circuit troubles and system testing.
• Organize and effectivelyutilizetechnical resources, information, material, and support toassureefficient execution of all assigned tasks.
• Candidatemustpossessexcellent written/verbal communication and outstanding customer service skills.
• Position involves the programming of fire alarm, security, and access control system panels.
• Experience CCTV and IT and IPnetworksa plus.
• Complete andsubmitallrequiredtask-related, activity, productivity, and other documentationin a timely manner.
• On call andafter hoursworkrequiredon occasion at customerneed.
• Provide recommendations and solutions to ensure facility is running efficiently to include upselling opportunities.
• Provide quotes to support recommendations and solutions.

What we look for

_ Required _

• 6+ years documented experience in low voltage electrical systems, including Fire/Life Safety systems, Access Control, Nurse Call, and Paging systems.
• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, and operational/product manuals. Knowledge of test equipment, multi-meter, digital analyzer, and commissioning devices.
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 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 positions 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.
• Demonstratea high levelof customer service.
• Maintain truck inventory to ensuretimelyresponse to customer needs.
• Ability to adhere to, implement, and always follow safety guidelines andprocedures
• Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements.
• Retain any licensesthat are requiredby National,Stateand Local codes.
• Provide recommendations and solutions to ensurefacilityis running efficiently to include upselling opportunities.
• Provide quotes to support recommendations and solutions.
• NICET I certification

Preferred

• NICET Level II certificationstronglypreferred.

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HIRING HOURLY RANGE:

$33.56-$50.00+ (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. 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 the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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