Fire Alarm Installer

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

This skilled position involves installing, programming, troubleshooting, configuring, commissioning, and servicing Fire Alarm Systems as well as other related building system products at customer sites, including panel programming, resolving low-voltage circuit troubles, and system testing. Organize and effectively utilize technical resources, information, material, and support to ensure efficient execution of all assigned tasks. The position involves the programming of fire alarms but will primarily focus on networked fire alarm systems.

• Perform installation/programming on fire alarm systems.

• 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.

• Completes 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.

Required

• 2+ years of documented experience in Fire Alarm Systems.

• Fire Alarm installation experience

• Experience programming fire alarm systems.

• NICET level II or ability to obtain in the first year.

• Perform installation/programming on fire alarm systems.

• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, and operational/product manuals.

• Experience with hand tools test equipment, multi-meter usage, digital analyzer, and commissioning devices.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

• 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.

• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements.

• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements.

• Demonstrates a prominent level of customer service.

• Ability to lead & work well with team members.

• Ability to adhere to, implement, and always follow safety guidelines and procedures.

• Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and 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.

• Must always comply with safety guidelines.

• Working knowledge of electronic and digital test equipment.

• Basic understanding of Network concepts and architectures for large fire alarm systems

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a short period of time.

Preferred

• Two-year Associates Degree in Electronics; Network; Computer Science or a related field.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $24 - $34 hourly (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

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