Fire Sprinkler Service Technician

jci; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Starting Pay

Paid Training

Global Advancement Opportunities

Company Vehicle

Referral Bonuses

Comprehensive Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Job summary

Johnson Controls is hiring a Service Technician to service and repair fire sprinkler systems across commercial, industrial, and residential sites. You will handle calls from the Service Resource Center, diagnose issues, and perform repairs on wet, dry, pre-action, deluge and fire pump systems.

Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years in the sprinkler industry, strong computer skills, and the ability to work independently. A valid driver’s license and flexible hours, including weekends, are required.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of documented Fire Sprinkler industry service/repair experience.
• Computer/phone skills: Word, Excel, Outlook and mobile apps.
• Able to perform service on all water-based fire protection systems.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Receive service calls from Service Resource Center and ascertain equipment/system problems.
• Perform service and repairs on sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial and residential applications (wet, dry, pre-action, deluge, fire pumps).
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software, programs and manuals.
• Demonstrate strong customer service, stay organized, and work effectively alone.
• Follow troubleshooting procedures and reference manuals to diagnose and repair equipment.

Skills

Fire sprinkler experience

Customer service

Ability to work alone

On-call rotation

Valid driver’s license

Physical stamina

Reading and following instructions

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

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.

Visit johnsoncontrols.com for more information and follow @Johnsoncontrols on socialplatforms.

What we offer:

• Competitive Starting Pay
• Paid Training
• Global Advancement Opportunities
• Company Vehicle (as applicable)
• Referral Bonuses
• Comprehensive Benefits
  • Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness Program
  • And More!

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

• 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.
• 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.

What we look for

Required

• 3-5 years of documented experience in Fire Sprinkler industry performing service and repair to Sprinkler and Suppression systems
• Have computer/phone skills - Word, Excel, Outlook and mobile apps and functions
• Be able to perform service work on all water-based fire protection 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
• This role does require an on-call rotation

Preferred

• NICET certification
• Backflow certification
• Fire pump experience

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $28.70 - 39.47 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.

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.