Fire Detection Inspector

Johnson Controls•Jacksonville, FL

6d•$25 - $35

About The Position

Johnson Controls is hiring an inspector to conduct routine inspections, testing, service, and preventive maintenance on electrical, sprinkler, or suppression life-safety product lines, including products from competing manufacturers. The role involves working with low-voltage wiring and associated devices, following a structured inspection schedule, and completing assigned inspections on time. The inspector records, retrieves, and archives inspection documents using a mobile device or laptop, and completes service acknowledgements with appropriate coding. The position also makes minor repairs and programming changes to inspected systems and provides technical training to less senior inspectors and trainees.

Requirements

At least 5 years of documented experience in low-voltage electrical systems and experience with fire and/or life-safety systems.
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 pounds.
Ability to work in unusual or difficult positions, including climbing ladders, scaffolding, and high-lift equipment up to 40 feet, and working in ducts, crawl spaces, and above ceilings.
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, to meet customer requirements.
Willingness to travel out of town, including overnight lodging.
Strong customer-service skills and ability to work well with others.
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 licenses required by national, state, and local codes.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of the Inspector Entrée Course (Electrical or Sprinkler).
NICET certification.

Nice To Haves

Experience using hand tools and a multimeter.
Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, program schematics, and operational or product manuals.

Responsibilities

Conduct routine inspections, testing, service, and preventive maintenance on electrical, sprinkler, or suppression life-safety systems, including similar products from competing manufacturers.
Work with low-voltage wiring and associated devices for low-voltage equipment.
Complete service acknowledgements with proper coding using communication devices such as laptops or hard copy.
Follow and maintain a structured inspection schedule.
Input, retrieve, and archive inspection documents using a mobile device or laptop.
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.