Fire Service Technician

Johnson Controls; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in building management is seeking a skilled technician to service and repair fire alarm systems. This role requires 2-5 years of experience in low voltage electrical systems and offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off and 401K. Join a collaborative and safety-focused environment while enhancing your skills in a demanding industry.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Paid vacation/holidays/sick time

Comprehensive benefits package

Extensive on-the-job training

Company vehicle and equipment

Qualifications

• 2-5 years experience in Fire/Life Safety systems.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electronic fire alarm systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Exhibit excellent customer service skills.

Skills

Customer Service

Low Voltage Electrical Systems

Blueprint Interpretation

Physical Labor Capability

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

NICET Level II certification

Tools

Multi-Meter

Digital Analyzer

Job description

Unleash your potential 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 our winning team and pave the way for a bright future.With our extensive reach across various industries worldwide, our teams are uniquely positioned to support and empower you. 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.

Join the Johnson Controls family and thrive in a culture that values your voice and ideas.

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Here's What We HaveToOffer

• Competitive pay

• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time

• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision careAvailable day one!

• Extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunitiesWithoutstanding internal resources!

• Encouraging and collaborative team environment

• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

• Company vehicle, tools, and equipmentprovidedto complete all jobs.

• JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)

• Check us Out: A Day in the Life of the Building of the Future

What you will do:

• Receive service calls from Service Resource Center, including a brief description of equipment/system malfunctions.

• Contact 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.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What we look for:

Required

• 2-5 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 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.

• On Call Rotation

• 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 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.

• Retain any licenses that are required by National, State and Local codes.

Preferred

• NICET Level II certification

• Simplex System Experience

• Electronic experience

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.