Fire Detection Inspector

About the Role

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 industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education. Inspectors conduct routine inspections, testing, service, and preventative maintenance on Electrical, Sprinkler, or Suppression life safety product lines, including competitive manufacturers’ product lines.

Responsibilities

• Work with low voltage wiring and associated devices for the operation of low voltage equipment.
• Complete Service Acknowledgements with proper coding through communication devices such as laptop computers and/or hard copy.
• Follow and maintain a highly structured inspection schedule.
• Input, retrieve, and archive inspection documents via mobile device.
• Make minor repairs and programming changes to systems being inspected.
• Provide technical training to less senior inspectors and trainees.
• Complete assigned inspections on time.
• Perform physical labor, including carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs.
• 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, and above ceilings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 2+ years of installation or service experience in testing and inspecting Fire Alarm Equipment.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Capable of performing physical labor, including carrying and moving equipment up to 50-70 lbs.
• Able to work in unusual and difficult positions (e.g., climbing ladders, scaffolding, high lift equipment up to 40 feet, ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings).
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, to meet customer requirements.
• Willingness to travel out of town, including overnight lodging.
• High level of customer service.
• Ability to adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times.
• Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and ability to learn quickly.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements.
• Able to obtain and retain any licenses required by National, State, and Local codes.
• Moderate level of experience with computer software and technology.

Preferred Qualifications

• NICET Level certification.

Pay

Hiring hourly range: $18–$25. The rate is determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Benefits

This position includes a competitive benefits package.