Security Systems Technician

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Myrtle Beach, Northern (SC, KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. seeks a Commercial Installer to work on-site with our commercial clients, configuring and programming integrated security systems. The role involves dismantling and reconstructing equipment as required, while ensuring safety and adherence to schedules.

The position requires reading blueprints, understanding electrical drawings, and using hand and power tools. Strong customer service and communication skills are essential for success in this client-facing role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training a plus.
• Experience with electrical/electronic equipment is expected.
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical/sprinkler schematics.
• Proficient with hand and power tools; good manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Installs devices and dismantles/reconstructs equipment per customer needs.
• Work safely to prevent injuries and protect property; keep work area clean.
• Contact customers before installation to confirm schedule.
• Prepare estimates following supervisor instructions.
• Follow wiring diagrams and hookup procedures; test system operation.
• Read and interpret building, electrical and sprinkler blueprints as needed.
• Coordinate installations with police/fire departments and manage records for emergencies.
• May lead installation teams on larger projects.
• Coach and mentor less experienced installers.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Schematic interpretation

Customer service

Mechanical aptitude

Tool use (hand & power tools)

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school training

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

About us

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

As a critical part of the team, the Commercial Installer works onsite with our commercial customers to set up and program their Integrated Security fire and 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

• A high school diploma or GED


• Some technical school training is a plus.


• 2+ years electrical and electronic equipment experience with demonstrated mechanical aptitude.


• Ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings.


• Ability to operate hand and power tools.


• Valid drivers license and the ability to operate fleet vehicle in a safe manner at all times.


• Ability to communicate and provide excellent customer service.

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.