Johnson Controls

Fire Service Technician (union)

Johnson Controls$82K — $82K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years' experience with fire alarm, access control, security intrusion, and sound systems.
  • Understanding of blueprints, diagrams, and specifications.
  • Proficiency in basic computer operations.
  • Ability to follow instructions effectively.
  • Physical capability to handle 50-70 lbs of equipment and work in elevated/difficult positions.
  • Flexible hours including weekends as needed by customers.
  • Willing and able to travel overnight for job assignments.
  • Strong customer service skills are a must.
  • Organizational abilities and a willingness to learn are important.

Responsibilities

  • Manage service calls to determine equipment malfunctions.
  • Communicate with customers regarding equipment issues.
  • Diagnose and repair electronic fire alarm systems on-site.
  • Utilize technical manuals for troubleshooting and repairs.
  • Service various manufacturers' fire and life safety systems.
  • Document service calls and obtain customer sign-off.
  • Train and mentor junior team members as needed.
  • Participate in on-call rotations for emergency service.
  • Provide onsite recommendations for improving building efficiency.

Benefits

  • Health benefits through a local labor union.
  • Retirement savings plan availability.
  • Potential for career advancements and training.
  • Union representation for workplace issues.
Full Job Description

What you will do

  • Receive service calls from Service Resource Center, including a brief description of equipment/system malfunctions.

  • Responsible for contacting customer representative and ascertain equipment/systems problems.

  • Diagnose problems and perform service and repairs on electronic fire alarm systems and other related building system products at customer sites.

  • Follow prescribed troubleshooting procedures and refer to technical manuals, part manuals, change notices and bulletins, modification notices, etc. to repair equipment.

  • Service, troubleshoot and install many different manufacturers’ Fire & Life Safety systems including SimplexGrinnell.

  • Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications software/systems, programs, schematics and operational product manuals.

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

  • Complete Service Acknowledgements with proper coding through communication devices, such as smart phones and laptop computers.

  • Obtain customer signature upon completed service call assignment.

  • Participate in a scheduled On-call rotation. Help to train or mentor others on the service team.

  • Provide our customers with the highest level of service to solve building inefficiencies and resolve service related items. As a trusted advisor to our customers you will provide solutions and outcomes at the time of service

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

How you will do it

  • This skilled position involves troubling shooting and repairing installed systems. Including panel repair/reprogram, device replacement/repair, 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.

  • Candidate must possess excellent written/verbal communication and outstanding customer service skills.

  • Position involves the programming of fire alarm, security, and access control system panels.

  • Experience CCTV and IT and IP networks a plus.

  • Complete and submit all required task-related, activity, productivity, and other documentation in a timely manner.

  • On call and after hours work required on occasion at customer need.

  • Provide recommendations and solutions to ensure facility is running efficiently to include upselling opportunities.

  • Provide quotes to support recommendations and solutions.

What we look for

Required

  • 3 plus years’ experience with fire alarm, access control, security intrusion, sound and communications systems

  • Must be able to interpret blueprints, diagrams and specifications.

  • A good working knowledge of computers is necessary.

  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

  • 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 position 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.

  • Overnight travel may be required.

  • Demonstrate a high level of customer service.

  • Maintain truck inventory to ensure timely response to customer needs.

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

  • Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and an ability to learn quickly.

  • Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements.

  • Retain any licenses that are required by National, State and Local codes.

Preferred

  • Technical training preferred

  • NICET II preferred

Pay Range: $39.45 hourly rate determined by the CBA/rate sheet. Benefits are provided through a local labor union aligned with a collective bargaining agreement. 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. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers.

About Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls International plc is a multinational conglomerate headquartered in Cork, Ireland that produces automotive parts such as batteries and electronics and HVAC equipment for buildings. It employs 105,000 people in around 2,000 locations across six continents. As of 2019, it was listed as 389th in the Fortune Global 500; in 2020, it became ineligible for the list. Johnson Controls was founded in 1885 by Warren S. Johnson, a professor at the State Normal School in Whitewater, Wisconsin. Originally called the Johnson Electric Service Company, it focused on automatic temperature regulation. In 1974, the company changed its name to Johnson Controls.
Learn more about Johnson Controls
Size
101,000 employees
Market Cap
$44.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$923 million
Founded
1885
5 Year Trend
+2.1%
Revenue
$22 billion
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