Fire Installer I | Fire Installer I

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls, a global leader in building systems and energy efficiency, seeks a skilled technician to maintain and install fire alarm and integrated security systems. You will work with conventional and addressable fire alarm equipment, read blueprints, and perform inspections on electronic systems.

Ideal candidates have some experience in fire alarm or integrated security maintenance, strong communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Some experience in Fire Alarm or Integrated Security Systems maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, install, and program conventional and addressable fire alarm, security, nurse call, intercom, CCTV systems and related building systems products.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software and operation manuals.
• Perform inspections and installation activities on electronic fire systems.
• Overtime/overnight work may be required during busy project schedules.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Electrical installation

Customer interaction

Multi-tasking

Troubleshooting

Initiative / self-starting

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

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

Proficient at maintaining, repairing, installing, and programming conventional and addressable fire alarm, security, nurse call, intercom, CCTV Systems and other related building systems products.

How you will do it

Knowledge of test equipment to include oscilloscope, multi-meters, digital analyzers, battery analyzers, frequency meters, decibel meters and communication devices.

Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools weighing up to 40 pounds.

Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing a ladder, scaffolding, working within ducts, crawl spaces above ceilings, etc.

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

Perform inspections and installation activities on electronic fire systems.

Overtime/Overnight stay may be required during busy project schedules.

What we look for Required

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Some experience in Fire Alarm or Integrated Security Systems maintenance.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Electrical installation experience.
• Excellent customer interaction skills.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and make repairs, unaided by management.
• Self-starter needed that can work with minimum supervision.
• Pass criminal background check and drug test.
• Have a valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company requirements.
• Be able to obtain and retain any licenses that are required by National, State and Local codes.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $18.00-25.00 (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. 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