Fire Sprinkler Inspector - On-Call & Travel

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, 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.