Fire Installer

YDU JC Air Cond & Ref Inc.- Dubai; Hickory, Northern (NC, KY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Johnson Controls in North Carolina seeks a skilled Fire Alarm and Life Safety Systems Technician to install, program, configure, and service systems at customer sites. You will read blueprints, coordinate with trades, instruct customers on operation, and ensure projects meet schedule while maintaining safety.

On-call rotations and valid driver’s license required. Preferred NICET Level II certification; the role requires physical work, travel to sites, and adherence to safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Three (3) years documented experience in low voltage electrical systems, including Fire/Life Safety systems.
• Experience reading blueprints, submittals, and manuals.
• Able to pass pre-employment background and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Install, program, configure, commission and service Fire Alarm and Fire Suppression Systems at customer sites.
• Execute projects on time and within installation hours.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specs and manuals.
• Coordinate installation with trades to optimize time.
• Attend site meetings and train customers on operation.

Skills

Fire/Life Safety systems

Blueprints interpretation

Hand tools

Multi-meter usage

Digital analyzers

Commissioning devices

Customer service

Team leadership

Valid driver’s license

On-call readiness

NICET Level II (preferred)

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Multi-meter

Digital analyzers

Commissioning devices

Job description

Company Overview

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.

Job Overview

What you will do

• Install, program, configure, commission and service Fire Alarm and Fire Suppression Systems including but not limited to; Simplex, Fike, Kidde, Inergen, Sapphire, FM-200, and CO2 as well as other related building system products at customer sites.
• Execute projects on time and within allocated installation hours.
• Work with the project manager to resolve all discrepancies, and coordination problems that impair installation activities.
• Must be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Read and interpret complicated blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications software/systems, programs, schematics and operational product manuals.
• Coordinate the installation activities with all trades to optimize installation time.
• Attend all required site meetings.
• Instruct and train customers on functional operation of the equipment/system.
• Conduct simulations and answer questions.
• Exhibit excellent customer service skills by consistently communicating with the district staff and customers to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Complete project documentation in a timely manner.
• Adhere to all OSHA and SimplexGrinnell safety policies and procedures.
• Participate in a scheduled On-call rotation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Three (3) years documented experience in low voltage electrical systems, including Fire/Life Safety systems, Access Control, Nurse Call, and Building Electrical experience.
• 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.
• Able to obtain and retain any licenses that are required by National, State and local codes.
• 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.
• Demonstrate a high level of customer service.
• Ability to lead & work well with team members.
• 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 pass a pre-employment background and drug test.
• Ability to Overnight travel may be required.
• Preferred NICET Level II certification.
• Local State licenses.
• Knowledge of local Fire Codes.

Salary & Benefits

• HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $21-$30 (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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Company Culture

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.