Fire Alarm Installer

About the role

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, seeks a skilled individual to assist in the installation of electronic product lines and standard electronic systems. The role involves assisting the responsible person in completing install-related tasks, observing actions, and applying instructions as directed.

Responsibilities

• Assists the responsible person in performing install-related tasks for electronic product lines and standard electronic systems.
• Observes the actions of the responsible person(s) and applies as directed.
• Helps with installation of electronic systems, including start-up through final testing.
• Fulfills verbal and written instructions, reads and understands complex construction blueprints, diagrams, and specifications used in installation activities.
• Carries/moves equipment and tools weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Performs work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding, and high lift equipment up to 40 feet or more.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area.
• Pick up and properly dispose of all trash associated with SimplexGrinnell work.
• Wears appropriate safety equipment as required, including but not limited to hard hats and work boots.
• May be required to work alternate shifts or weekends to meet customer installation requirements.
• Daily submission of required paperwork.

Requirements

• 1 year of Fire Alarm and/or Security System experience.
• A High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Successful completion of drug screen and background check.
• Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs.
• Ability 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.
• Demonstrate a high level of customer service.
• Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and an ability to learn quickly.

Qualifications

• Experience in an electrical trade preferred.
• Low voltage experience is a plus.
• NICET certification is a plus.
• VESDA certification is a plus.

Skills

Required skills include:

• Fire Alarm and/or Security System experience.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Drug screen and background check completed.
• Physical labor capability to carry and move equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs.
• Ability 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.
• Customer service skills.
• Organizational skills and quick learning ability.

Benefits

The position offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive benefits such as 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!

Pay

Hiring hourly range: $18.22 - 25.09 per hour, based on education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Schedule

This position includes a competitive benefits package.