Security & Fire Equipment Service Technician

Johnson Controls; Calumet City (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Vacation/holidays/sick time – 10 days

Benefits package including 401K and 1-

Available day one benefits

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking an Electronics Systems Technician to install and service fire alarm, access control, CCTV, and intercom systems across commercial sites in the Chicago area.

Role requires 2–5 years' experience, strong troubleshooting and documentation skills, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds. On-site work with potential overtime and safety training opportunities are included.

Qualifications

• Experience with installation and service of fire alarm, access control, CCTV, intrusion and intercom systems.
• Ability to read complex drawings, diagrams and manuals.
• Knowledge of Windows and Office software; IT network basics.
• High emphasis on safety and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Perform service and new installation commissioning on fire alarm, access control, CCTV, intrusion, and intercom systems.
• Supervise and inspect installation to meet customer expectations and specs; field coordination and training.
• Diagnose equipment and troubleshoot wiring problems.
• Provide cost-effective solutions to restore systems to proper operation.
• Manage electronic service calls and document labor hours.
• Prepare daily activity reports and communicate with customers.
• Adhere to OSHA and JCI safety policies; may require overtime.
• Read blueprints and operation manuals; lift up to 40 pounds.

Skills

Fire alarm installation

Access control systems

CCTV systems

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Customer service

Field coordination

Education

High school/trade school

Associate degree in electronics/computers

Tools

Multi-meters

Oscilloscopes

Digital analyzers

Battery analyzers

Test equipment

Frequency meters

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.

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What we offer

• Competitive salary

• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time- 10 days of vacation first year

• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care – Available day one

• Encouraging and collaborative team environment

• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

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What you will do

Perform service and new installation commissioning activities on fire alarm, access control, CCTV, intrusion alarm and intercom systems.

How you will do it

• Supervise and inspect the installation of equipment to meet customer expectations and manufacturer specifications. Field coordination and communication, system programming, commissioning, AHJ testing and training on new system installations

• Evaluate and diagnose equipment that requires servicing as well as troubleshooting potential field wiring problems

• Provide specific solutions and recommendations to customers on the most efficient and cost-effective method in restoring a specific system back to normal condition

• Manage assigned Electronic Systems service calls in regard to field labor hours estimated

• Customer satisfaction through coordination, response to customer requests and problems and clear communication skills

• Prepare reports on daily activities

• May be required to work overtime

• Read and understand complicated blueprints, diagrams, schematics, submittals, software/system programs, and operation/product manuals

• Required to lift and or carry equipment and tools, which may be over forty (40) pounds Working environment may involve climbing ladders and scaffoldings with equipment, upwards to forty (40) feet Capable of working in cramped workspaces such as ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.

• Must adhere to all OSHA and JCI safety policies and procedures

• Complete mileage and monthly vehicle reports in a timely manner

What we look for

_ Required _

• 2-5 years’ experience with installation and service of fire alarm, access control, CCTV, intrusion, and intercom systems

• Demonstrate working knowledge of electricity and electronics in addition, demonstrate an aptitude for troubleshooting systems and performing necessary repairs

• Security experience with P2000 or C-Cure 9000 or similar access control system required.

• Ability to effectively work independently

• Demonstrate a high level of customer service

• Be able to carry and move equipment/tools weighing up to 40 pounds

• Minimum high school/trade school graduate, military, or two-year Associate degree in a technical field involving electronics or computers

• Working knowledge of personal computers Windows and Microsoft’s suite of Office software

• Working knowledge of IT network systems is required

• Ability to use hand and power tools and test equipment such as multi-meters, oscilloscopes, digital analyzers, battery analyzers, frequency meters, decibel meters and communication devices as required

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to read and understand complex building architectural, mechanical, and electrical documents, as well as project plans, specifications, schedules, and equipment installation/operation/troubleshootingmanual.

• PERC Card required

• CCURE 9000, Genetec, Salient, Milestone and NICET are preferred.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $32.06 - 44.13 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. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. 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

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