Fire Detection Systems Technician 3

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What We Offer:

Competitive Starting Pay

Paid Training

Global Advancement Opportunities

Company Vehicle (as applicable)

Referral Bonuses

Comprehensive Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• And More!

What You Will Do:

Install, program, configure, commission and service Fire Alarm and Fire Suppression Systems including but not limited to; Simplex, Fike, Kidde, Inergen, Sapphire, FM-200, and CO2 as well as other related building system products at customer sites.

How You Will Do It:

Execute projects on time and within allocated installation hours.

Work with the project manager to resolve all discrepancies and coordination problems that impair installation activities.

Must be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

Read and interpret complicated blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications of software/systems, programs, schematics, and operational product manuals. Coordinate the installation activities with all trades to optimize installation time. Attend all required site meetings.

Instruct and train customers on functional operation of the equipment/system. Conduct simulations and answer questions.

Exhibit excellent customer service skills by consistently communicating with the district staff and customers to ensure customer satisfaction.

Complete project documentation in a timely manner.

Adhere to all OSHA and SimplexGrinnell safety policies and procedures. Participate in a scheduled On-call rotation.

Perform other duties as assigned.

What We Look For:

Required:

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Three (3) years documented experience in low voltage electrical systems, including Fire/Life Safety systems, Access Control, Nurse Call, and Paging 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.

Able to obtain and retain any licenses that are required by National, State and local codes

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.

Demonstrate a high level of customer service.

Ability to lead & work well with team members.

Ability to adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times.

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.

The ability to travel overnight may be required.

Preferred:

NICET Level II certification.

Local State licenses.

Knowledge of local Fire Codes

Hiring Hourly Range: $23.07 - $31.73 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.

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.