Senior Fire Systems Installer

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Alabama; On-site; USD 38,572 - 53,726; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking an experienced field technician to install, program, troubleshoot, and service Fire Alarm, Access Control and CCTV systems at customer sites across Alabama.

The role centers on networked fire alarm systems with emphasis on installation planning, blueprint reading, and coordination with dispatch while maintaining safety and quality standards. Travel and after-hours support may be required; 5+ years in low voltage systems is expected, with a valid driver's license

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of documented experience in low voltage electrical systems including Fire/Life Safety, Access Control, CCTV, and Security.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, and operational/product manuals
• Experience with hand tools, test equipment, multipmeter usage, digital analyzer and commissioning devices
• Capable of performing physical labor including lifting 50-70 lbs
• Able to work flexible hours including weekends and occasional overnight travel
• Possess a valid driver's license and driving record that meets company requirements
• Able to pass pre-employment background and drug test
• Able to obtain required licenses by National, State and Local codes
• Basic understanding of Network concepts and architectures.

Responsibilities

• Install, programming, troubleshooting, configuring, commissioning, and servicing Fire Alarm Systems, Access Control and CCTV Systems at customer sites
• Organize and effectively utilize technical resources to assure efficient execution
• Programming of fire alarm, security, and access control system panels, with a focus on networked systems
• Respond to customer service calls in a timely and efficient manner and troubleshoot as needed
• Participate in after-hours service program
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software programs and manuals
• Supervise and inspect installation to meet customer and contract specs
• Complete certification courses on internal and external products and document tasks timely

Skills

Customer service

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Blueprint interpretation

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree in Electronics/Network/CS

Tools

Multimeter

Digital analyzer

Commissioning devices

Hand tools

Test equipment

Job description

What you will do

Installing, programming, troubleshooting, configuring, commissioning, and servicing Fire Alarm Systems, Access Control and CCTV Systems as well as other related building system products at customer sites including panel repair/reprogram, device replacement/repair, resolving low voltage circuit troubles and system testing.

Organize and effectively utilize technical resources, information, material, and support to assure efficient execution of all assigned tasks.

Programming of fire alarm, security, and access control system panels, with a primary focus on networked fire alarm systems.

How you will do it

Perform installation/programming on integrated security and fire alarm systems.

Respond to customer service calls in a timely and efficient manner, troubleshoot and repair as needed.

Participate in after-hours service program.

Communicate with central dispatch on current work order status and receive updates on outstanding customer issues.

Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems programs, schematics, and operational/product manuals.

Supervise and inspect the installation of equipment to meet customer and contract specifications.

Complete necessary certification courses on internal and external products used.

Complete and submit all required task‑related, activity, productivity, and other documentation in a timely manner.

What we look for

Required

• At least 5 years of documented experience in low voltage electrical systems, including Fire/Life Safety Systems, Access Control, CCTV, and Security Systems
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, and operational/product manuals
• Experience with hand tools, test equipment, multipmeter usage, digital analyzer and commissioning devices
• Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs.
• Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
• Able to work flexible hours, including weekends to meet customer requirements
• Overnight travel may be required
• Demonstrate a high level of customer service
• Ability to lead and work well with team members
• Ability to adhere to, implement, and always follow safety guidelines and procedures
• Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and an ability to learn quickly
• Possess a valid driver's license and driving record that meets company requirements
• Able to pass a pre-employment background and drug test
• Able to obtain and retain any licenses that are required by National, State and Local codes
• Basic understanding of Network concepts and architectures.

Preferred

• Two‑year Associate’s Degree in Electronics; Network; Computer Science or related field
• NICET level II or ability to obtain in first year

HIRING HOURLY RANGE

$28-$39 (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. Tosupport 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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