Security Systems Installer

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union Benefits

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking a Commercial Installer to work onsite with commercial customers, to set up and program Integrated Security systems, and to dismantle and reconstruct equipment when required.

You will read blueprints, install devices, follow wiring diagrams, test system operation, and coordinate with police/fire departments. Union membership or willingness to join is required; 1–2 years electrical/electronic experience and strong customer service skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years electrical/electronic equipment experience with proven mechanical aptitude.
• Experience working within the federal sector.
• Must be a current union member or willing to join.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools.
• Ability to operate a fleet vehicle safely and responsibly.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Installs devices; dismantles and reconstructs equipment as required by customer.
• Works safely and cleans up installation debris.
• Contacts customers prior to installation date to verify schedule.
• Prepares estimates per supervisor instructions.
• Follows wiring diagrams and hookup procedures.
• Tests system operation and establishes service.
• Reads building, electrical and sprinkler blueprints.
• Coordinates installations with police/fire departments and manages emergency notifications.
• May manage installation teams on larger projects.
• Coaches and mentors less experienced installers.

Skills

Electrical/electronic experience

Blueprints and schematics reading

Customer service

Hand and power tools operation

Fleet vehicle operation

Union member or willing to join

Federal sector experience

Job description

What you will do

As a critical part of the team, the Commercial Installer works onsite with our commercial customers to set up and program their Integrated Security systems. The Commercial Installer also dismantles and reconstructs equipment when necessary.

How you will do it

• Installs appropriate devices; dismantles and reconstructs equipment as required by customer or Tyco Integrated Security.
• Works safely and responsibly to avoid injuries, damage to property, loss of unused materials and cleans up installation debris.
• Contacts customers prior to the date of scheduled installation to verify schedule.
• Prepares estimates in accordance with prescribed instructions or directions of supervisor.
• Follow proper schematic wiring diagrams and hook-up procedures.
• Tests operation of system to the signal-receiving center to properly establish service.
• Reads building, electrical and sprinkler blueprints as required.
• Coordinates installations with police/fire departments and handles necessary records for notification of emergency calls.
• May manage installation teams on larger projects.
• Coach and mentor less experienced installers.

What we look for

Required

• 1-2 years electrical and electronic equipment experience with demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Experience working within the federal sector.
• Must be a current union member or willing to join
• Ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools.
• Ability to operate fleet vehicle in a safe manner at all times.
• Ability to communicate and provide excellent customer service.

Pay Range: $27.43 rate PLUS UNION BENEFITS determined by the CBA/rate sheet. Benefits are provided through a local labor union aligned with a collective bargaining agreement. 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.