Fire Detection Systems Technician

YDU JC Air Cond & Ref Inc.- Dubai; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical/dental/vision

401K plan

Job summary

Johnson Controls is hiring a Fire Detection Service Technician 2 in Huntington Beach, CA. You will diagnose, service, and repair electronic fire alarm systems at customer sites, while maintaining strong customer relations and safety standards.

The role requires reading blueprints, following manuals, and collaborating with a team to ensure rapid resolution of issues. A valid driver’s license and ability to travel may be involved.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience with fire alarm, access control, security intrusion, sound and communications systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, diagrams and specifications.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements.

Responsibilities

• Receive service calls from Service Resource Center and describe equipment/system malfunctions.
• Contact customer representative and ascertain problems.
• Diagnose problems and perform service and repairs on electronic fire alarm systems and related building systems at customer sites.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals and specifications.
• Exhibit excellent customer service by communicating with district staff and customers.
• Complete service acknowledgements with proper coding.
• Participate in scheduled on-call rotation and training of others.

Skills

Fire alarm systems

Customer service

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Valid driver’s license

Tools

NICET I

NICET II

Job description

Fire Detection Service Technician 2

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 many industries worldwide. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful service work and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with 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
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What you will do

• Receive service calls from Service Resource Center, including a brief description of equipment/system malfunctions.
• Responsible for contacting customer representative and ascertain equipment/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, specifications software/systems, programs, schematics and 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 resolve service related items.
• As a trusted advisor to our customers you 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 effectively utilize technical resources, information, material, and support to assure efficient execution of all assigned tasks.
• Candidate must possess excellent 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 IP networks a plus.
• Complete and submit all required task-related, activity, productivity, and other documentation in a timely manner.
• On call and after hours work required on occasion at customer need.
• 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 2 plus years’ experience with fire alarm, access control, security intrusion, sound and communications systems.
• Must be able to interpret blueprints, diagrams and specifications.
• A good working knowledge of computers is necessary.
• 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.
• Overnight travel may be required.
• Demonstrate a high level of customer service.
• Maintain truck inventory to ensure timely response to customer needs.
• 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.
• Retain any licenses that are required by National, State and Local codes.
• Preferred technical training: NICET I and/or II preferred.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE

Hir Ranging: $23.51 - $32.31 (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. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

About Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls: Enhancing the Intelligence of Buildings Your buildings have a purpose. They are places for people to live or work. Facilities for learning or healing. Venues for entertainment and shopping. Sites for the specialized storage of tangible goods or mission-critical data. Your buildings have a huge variety of functions; they are central to your mission. This is where Johnson Controls comes in, helping drive the outcomes that matter most. Through a full range of systems and digital solutions, we make your buildings smarter. A smarter building is safer, more comfortable, more efficient, and, ultimately, more sustainable. Most important, smarter buildings let you focus more intensely on your unique mission. Better for your people. Better for your bottom line. Better for the planet. At Johnson Controls, we’ve been making buildings smarter since 1885, and our capabilities, depth of innovation experience, and global reach have been growing ever since. Today, we offer the world’s largest portfolio of building products, technologies, software, and services; we put that portfolio to work to transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play.

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Application Process

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 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.