Fire Installation Technician

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting pay

Paid training

Comprehensive benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. in the United States is seeking a skilled Fire Alarm/Access Control Technician to install, program, troubleshoot and service Fire Alarm, Access Control and CCTV systems at customer sites.

You will read blueprints, interpret specs, and coordinate with dispatch while maintaining safety and quality. Overnight travel and after-hours on-call may be required, with comprehensive benefits and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with blueprints, submittals, and manuals.
• Experience with hand tools, test equipment, multi-meter, commissioning devices.
• Able to lift 50–70 lbs and work in ladders, ducts, crawl spaces.
• Willing to work flexible hours and overnight travel.
• Must pass pre-employment background and drug test; must obtain required licenses.
• Basic understanding of network concepts.
• Licenses per National, State and Local codes.

Responsibilities

• Install, program, troubleshoot, configure, commission and service Fire Alarm, Access Control and CCTV systems at customer sites.
• Organize resources to ensure efficient task execution.
• Program panels for networked security systems with focus on Fire Alarm systems.
• Read blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications and manuals.
• Respond to service calls in a timely manner and perform repairs as needed.
• Participate in after-hours service program.
• Coordinate with central dispatch on work order status.

Skills

Blueprints

Test equipment

Multi-meter use

Networking basics

Customer service

Teamwork

Safety

Education

Two-year associate's degree in Electronics / Network / CS

NICET level II or ability to obtain in first year

Tools

Low voltage systems experience

Fire/Life Safety Systems

Access Control

CCTV

Security Systems

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.

Our employees are the most important part of our business.

Thank you for your interest in applying for new opportunities with us.

Be part of the future!

We are one team, dedicated to working collaboratively to create 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 making a difference.

What We offer:

• Competitive Starting Pay
• Paid Training
• Global Advancement Opportunities
• Company Vehicle (as applicable)
• Referral Bonuses
• Comprehensive Benefits
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• And more!

What you will do

This skilled position involves installing, programming, troubleshooting, configuring, commissioning, and servicing Fire Alarm Systems, Access Control and CCTV Systems as well as other related building system products at customer sites 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

Position involves the programming of fire alarm, security, and access control system panels, but will primarily focus on networked fire alarm systems

How you will do it

Perform installation/programming on integrated security and fire alarm systems

Respond to customer service calls in a timely and efficient manner, troubleshoot and repair as needed

Will be required to participate in after-hours service program

Communicate with central dispatch on current work order status and receive updates on outstanding customer issues

Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems programs, schematics, and operational/product manuals

Supervise and inspect the installation of equipment to meet customer and contract specifications

Complete necessary certification courses on internal and external products used

Complete and submit all required task-related, activity, productivity, and other documentation in a timely manner

What we look for

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, and operational/product manuals
• Experience with hand tools test equipment, multi-meter usage, digital analyzer and commissioning devices
• 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.
• Able to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements
• Overnight travel may be required
• Demonstrate a high level of customer service
• Ability to lead & work well with team members
• Ability to adhere to, implement, and always follow safety guidelines and procedures
• 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 pass a pre-employment background and drug test
• Able to obtain and retain any licenses that are required by National, State and Local codes
• Basic understanding of Network concepts and architectures.

Preferred

• Two-year Associates Degree in Electronics; Network; Computer Science or related field
• Documented experience in low voltage electrical systems, including Fire/Life Safety Systems, Access Control, CCTV, and Security Systems.
• NICET level II or ability to obtain in first year

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $29.30 - $40.38 (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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