Fire Sprinkler Inspector (union)

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Totowa (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Competitive pay under a union contract

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking an experienced Sprinkler Inspector in Totowa, NJ. You will conduct routine inspections, testing, servicing, and maintenance of life safety systems, documenting deficiencies and ensuring proper coding and reporting.

Responsibilities include following a structured inspection schedule, performing minor repairs, and handling equipment up to 70 lbs. A valid driver’s license, 3+ years of sprinkler experience, and flexibility to work nights or weekends are required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of documented experience in sprinkler systems.
• Ability to obtain required licenses.
• Experience with wet, dry, pre-action, deluge, fire pumps, and foam systems.
• Reading blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications and manuals.
• Capable of physical labor and lifting 50-70 lbs.
• Valid driver's license.
• Able to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Inspect routine life safety product lines and perform testing and maintenance.
• Document deficiencies found during inspections with proper coding.
• Maintain a structured inspection schedule and complete inspections on time.
• Carry and move equipment up to 70 lbs; assist with system installations as needed.
• Perform minor repairs and programming changes on inspected systems.
• Work in various positions including ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment.

Skills

Sprinkler experience

Licensing

Wet/dry systems

Blueprints

Tools & multimeter

Physical strength

Height access

Flexible schedule

Customer service

Safety compliance

Driver's license

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:

Inspectors are responsible for conducting routine inspections, testing, service, and preventative maintenance on Electrical, Sprinkler or Suppression life safety product lines as well as similar competitive manufacturers’ product lines.

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.

Accurately discern and document deficiencies found during an inspection.

Complete Service Acknowledgement/inspections with proper coding through communicating devices, such as laptop computers, smartphones, and/or hardcopy.

Follow and maintain a highly structured inspection schedule.

Make minor repairs and programming changes to systems being inspected.

Complete assigned inspections on time

Carry/move equipment and tools weighing up to 70lbs and be capable of performing physical labor.

Assist foreman in the installation of wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge sprinkler systems.

Perform work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions, such as climbing ladders, scaffolding, and high lift equipment.

What we look for

• 3+ years of documented experience in sprinkler systems
• Able to obtain and retain any licenses that are required by National, State and Local codes.
• Experience with wet, dry, pre-action, deluge, fire pumps, and foam systems
• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, programs schematics and operational/product manuals.
• Experience with hand tools and multi-meter usage.
• 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.
• 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.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Pay Range: Starting rate of $31.00, hourly rate determined by the CBA/rate sheet. Benefits are providedthrough a local labor union aligned with a collective bargaining agreement. The posted salaryrange reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptionalcandidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. 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 hiringdecisions are ultimately made by human reviewers