Fire Sprinkler Inspector

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking an experienced field technician to inspect, test, service, install and maintain life safety sprinkler systems. The role emphasizes strong problem solving, safety, and customer service while ensuring compliance with codes.

You will work with low voltage wiring, complete service acknowledgements, and manage documentation on a laptop. Travel, on-call hours, and occasional nights/weekends may be required, with a competitive hourly wage.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years documented experience in sprinkler systems.
• NICET Level II or State license.
• Able to obtain and retain any licenses that are required by National, State and Local codes.
• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, programs schematics and operational/product manuals.
• Experience with hand tools and multi-meter usage.
• Experience with wet, dry, pre-action, deluge, and foam systems
• Demonstrates an aptitude for troubleshooting systems and performing necessary repairs.
• 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 on-call rotation, nights, and weekends to meet customer requirements.
• Willing to travel out of town.
• Demonstrate a high level of customer service.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, testing, servicing, installing and preventative maintenance of life safety product lines as well as similar competitive manufacturer's product line.
• Work with low voltage wiring and associated devices for the operation of low voltage equipment.
• Learn to complete Service Acknowledgements with proper coding through communication devices, such as laptop computers and/or hard copy.
• Follow and maintain a highly structured inspection schedule.
• Input, retrieve and archive inspection documentation program via the laptop computer.
• Make minor repairs and programming changes while under the direct authorized supervision.
• Complete assigned inspections on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sprinkler systems

NICET Level II

Reading blueprints

Hand tools

Multi-meter usage

Customer service

Physical ability

Valid driver's license

Travel readiness

Tools

None

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

Responsible for meeting customer expectations while performing quality inspections.

How you will do it

• Perform routine inspections, testing, servicing, installing and preventative maintenance of life safety product lines as well as similar competitive manufacturer's product line.

• Work with low voltage wiring and associated devices for the operation of low voltage equipment.

• Learn to complete Service Acknowledgements with proper coding through communication devices, such as laptop computers and/or hard copy.

• Follow and maintain a highly structured inspection schedule.

• Input, retrieve and archive inspection documentation program via the laptop computer.

• Make minor repairs and programming changes while under the direct authorized supervision.

• Complete assigned inspections on time.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What we look for

Required

• 5-7 years documented experience in sprinkler systems

• NICET Level II or State license.

• Able to obtain and retain any licenses that are required by National, State and Local codes.

• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, programs schematics and operational/product manuals.

• Experience with hand tools and multi-meter usage.

• Experience with wet, dry, pre-action, deluge, and foam systems

• Demonstrates an aptitude for troubleshooting systems and performing necessary repairs.

• 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 on-call rotation, nights, and weekends to meet customer requirements.

• Willing to travel out of town.

• Demonstrate a high level of customer service.

• 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.

Preferred

• Repair experience

• Backflow certification

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $25-34 (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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