Fire Installer at Johnson Controls

What you will do

• This skilled position involves the installation, programming, troubleshooting, configuring, commissioning, and servicing standalone and networked fire alarm systems and other related building system products at customer sites.
• Panel repair/reprogram, device replacement/repair, diagnosing and 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.

How you will do it

• Respond to customer service calls in a timely and efficient manner, troubleshoot and repair as needed
• Will be required to participate in after hours on call 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
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• NICET level II or higher in Fire Alarm Systems
• If no NICET certification, be able to obtain NICET II in Fire Alarm Systems within the first two years of employment
• 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
• 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 and after hours to meet customer requirements
• Participate in a service on call rotation
• Overnight travel may be required
• Demonstrate a high 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 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 Associates Degree in Electronics; Network; Computer Science or related field or ability to obtain in first year