Fire Alarm Installation Technician

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Here's what we have to offer

• Competitive pay.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including pension, medical, dental, and vision care - available from day one.
• Extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities, supported by our outstanding internal resources.
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment.
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy.
• JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot).
• Company vehicle, tools, and equipment provided to complete all jobs.
• Scheduling and management support.

What you will do

• Install, program, configure, commission and service Fire Alarm systems.

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 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

• Completion of a college diploma in Fire Protection or Electrical/Electronic or Licensed Electrician
• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, and operational/product manuals.
• Possess strong communication and report/document writing skills
• 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, a 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 check.
• Ability to overnight travel may be required.

Preferred

• Priority will be given to ASTTBC-registered Fire Protection Technicians and Certified Electricians.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $28-$40 (Final 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. For details, please visit the Employee Benefits tab on our main careers page at https://www.johnsoncontrols.com/careers