Security & Fire Alarm Field Installer & Troubleshooter

Energy Jobline ZR; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a hands-on Security & Fire Alarm Electrical Installer to install, program, configure, and service security and related building systems at customer sites. You will work on field projects needing strong troubleshooting and safety‑driven execution.

Responsibilities include coordinating with trades, reading blueprints, and training customers on system operation, while maintaining high quality and safety standards on diverse sites.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of documented experience in low voltage electrical systems.
• Experience installing, programming, configuring, commissioning, and servicing fire alarm or related low-voltage systems.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, diagrams, specifications, schematics, manuals.
• Ability to obtain and retain licenses required by state and local codes.
• Ability to pass pre-employment background checks and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Install, program, configure, commission, and service Security & Fire Alarm Systems at customer sites.
• Support integrated low-voltage work including Access Control, CCTV, Nurse Call, and Paging systems.
• Test, troubleshoot, repair, and reprogram panels and devices.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, and schematics.
• Coordinate installation activities with other trades to optimize schedule.
• Train customers on system operation and conduct simulations.
• Provide professional customer service and effective communication with site contacts.
• Follow OSHA and Johnson Controls safety policies.

Skills

Low voltage systems

Fire/Life Safety

Access Control

Nurse Call

Paging systems

Blueprint reading

Hand tools

Multimeters

Digital analyzers

Commissioning devices

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Test equipment

Digital analyzers

Job description

Johnson Controls is seeking a hands-on Security & Fire Alarm Electrical Installer to install, program, configure, and service security and related building systems at customer sites. You will work on field projects needing strong troubleshooting and safety‑driven execution.

Responsibilities include coordinating with trades, reading blueprints, and training customers on system operation, while maintaining high quality and safety standards on diverse sites.