Fire Sprinkler Service Technician

Johnson Controls; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking an experienced sprinkler service technician to handle field service calls and complete repairs on fire suppression systems across commercial, industrial and residential settings. You will diagnose issues, read blueprints, and perform repairs per manuals while maintaining a strong safety and customer-service mindset.

The role requires 3–5 years in the fire sprinkler field, a valid driver’s license, weekend availability, and the ability to lift up to 70 lbs.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of documented experience in fire sprinkler service and repair.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends.
• Overnight travel may be required.
• Maintain truck inventory and safety procedures at all times.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Capable of physical labor up to 70 lbs and climbing ladders or confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Receive service calls and determine equipment and systems problems.
• Perform service and repairs on sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial and residential applications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams and specifications.
• Follow troubleshooting procedures and reference manuals to diagnose and repair equipment.
• Demonstrate strong customer service and work independently when needed.

Skills

Fire sprinklers

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma

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

Receive service calls from Service Resource Center, including a brief description of equipment/system malfunctions. Contact customer representative and ascertain equipment/systems problems. Perform service and repairs on sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial and residential applications. These include but are not limited to wet (steel, copper and CPVC), dry, pre-action, deluge and fire pumps.

How you will do it

Follow prescribed troubleshooting procedures and refer to technical manuals, part manuals, change notices and bulletins, modification notices, etc. in order to diagnose and repair equipment.

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

Demonstrate a high level of customer service, with strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and an ability to learn quickly.

Must have the ability to work alone.

What we look for

Required

• 3-5 years of documented experience in Fire Sprinkler service industry performing service and repair to Sprinkler and Suppression systems
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements
• Overnight travel may be required
• Must maintain truck inventory to ensure timely response to customer needs
• Must adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times
• Possess a valid driver's license and driving record that meets company requirements
• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools weighing up to 70 lbs.
• Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 60 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
• Must be able to follow, read and understand all safety requirement of the company and the customer

Preferred

• NICET Level II certification is a plus
• Backflow certification is a plus

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 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. 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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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 .