Suppression Shop Technician

Johnson Controls; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking an on-site Fire Extinguisher Service Technician in Louisville to perform routine servicing, recharge extinguishers, and complete maintenance records. The role requires progress through required licensing tests, ability to lift 50 lbs, and a valid driver's license.

The company emphasizes safety, PPE readiness, and timely paperwork completion. The position offers a competitive benefits package and an hourly target range of $20–$26, depending on education, experience,

Qualifications

• One year of experience with high-pressure hydrotesting systems and procedures.
• Ability to operate hand tools and lift 50lbs.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to pass required licensing test (on-job training provided).
• Ability to pass a drug test, background check, and BMV check.
• Must have a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform required service and maintenance on fire extinguishers.
• Recharge, test, and perform six- and twelve-year maintenance tasks.
• Complete required reports, paperwork, and inspection tags for extinguisher service records.
• Operate PPE and maintain a professional appearance and attitude at work.

Skills

Hydrotesting experience

Hand tools

Communication skills

Licensing test

Drug test

Driving record

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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.

What you will do:

Perform the required service and maintenance on fire extinguishers. Responsible for the organization, operation, and cleanliness of area of work. This is a fixed location position with no travel required.

How you will do it:

Perform required service and maintenance on fire extinguishers, including recharging, testing, completing six- and twelve-year maintenance work. Accurately complete required reports and paperwork, inspection tags, etc. required for extinguisher service and maintenance records. Perform routine/preventative maintenance on extinguisher shop test equipment. Maintain a professional appearance and attitude while at work. Complete required employment paperwork in a timely and professional manner (e.g., timecard). Participate in periodic Johnson Controls business meetings and contribute to the growth and sustainability of Johnson Controls. Ability to operate hand tools and lift/carry 50lbs. Repetitive motions including lifting, sliding and general production of fire extinguishers. Utilize all minimum PPE required by Johnson Controls and specialized PPE as required for specific working situations.

What we look for:

• One (1) year of experience with high-pressure hydrotesting systems and procedures.
• Ability to operate hand tools and lift and carry 50lbs.
• Ability to pass required licensing test (on-job training provided).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to pass a drug test, background check, and BMV check.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a clean driving record.
• Driver's License (Required).
• Repetitive motions including lifting, sliding and general production of fire extinguishers.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $20 - 26 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.

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 #TechHiring Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Your buildings have a purpose. They are places for people to live or work. Facilities for learning or healing. Venues for entertainment and shopping. Sites for the specialized storage of tangible goods or mission-critical data. Your buildings have a huge variety of functions; they are central to your mission. This is where Johnson Controls comes in, helping drive the outcomes that matter most. Through a full range of systems and digital solutions, we make your buildings smarter. A smarter building is safer, more comfortable, more efficient, and, ultimately, more sustainable. Most important, smarter buildings let you focus more intensely on your unique mission. Better for your people. Better for your bottom line. Better for the planet. At Johnson Controls, we’ve been making buildings smarter since 1885, and our capabilities, depth of innovation experience, and global reach have been growing ever since. Today, we offer the world’s largest portfolio of building products, technologies, software, and services; we put that portfolio to work to transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play.