Fire Alarm Inspector

Johnson Controls•Norfolk, VA

4d•$18 - $25

About The Position

Johnson Controls is seeking a Fire Alarm Inspector to conduct routine inspections, testing, service, and preventative maintenance on electrical, sprinkler, or suppression life-safety product lines, including products from other manufacturers. The role works with low-voltage wiring and associated devices, completes service acknowledgements and inspection documentation using mobile devices or computers, and follows a structured inspection schedule. Inspectors also make minor repairs and programming changes, provide technical training to less senior inspectors and trainees, and complete assigned inspections on time.

Requirements

3–4 years of documented experience in low-voltage electrical systems and fire and/or life-safety systems.
Demonstrated aptitude for troubleshooting systems.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to perform physical labor, including carrying and moving equipment and tools weighing up to 50–70 lbs.
Ability to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions, including climbing ladders, scaffolding, and high-lift equipment up to 40 feet, and working within ducts, crawl spaces, and above ceilings.
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, to meet customer requirements.
Self-starter who can work with supervision.
Ability to adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times.
Strong organizational skills, a positive attitude, and ability to learn quickly.
Valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements.
Ability to obtain and retain any licenses required by national, state, and local codes.
Strong customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with hand tools and multimeter usage.
Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, program schematics, and operational/product manuals.
NICET certification.
Fire alarm experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct routine inspections, testing, service, and preventative maintenance on electrical, sprinkler, or suppression life-safety product lines, including similar products from competitive manufacturers.
Work with low-voltage wiring and associated devices for the operation of low-voltage equipment.
Complete Service Acknowledgements with proper coding using communication devices such as laptop computers or hard copy.
Follow and maintain a highly structured inspection schedule.
Input, retrieve, and archive inspection documents via laptop computer or 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 other duties as assigned.