Fire Installer V

Johnson Controls • Louisville, KY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team. As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. This skilled position involves installing, programming, troubleshooting, configuring, commissioning, and servicing Fire Alarm Systems, Access Control and CCTV Systems as well as other related building system products at customer sites including panel repair/reprogram, device replacement/repair, resolving low voltage circuit troubles and system testing. The role requires organizing and effectively utilizing technical resources, information, material, and support to assure efficient execution of all assigned tasks. The position involves the programming of fire alarm, security, and access control system panels, with a primary focus on networked fire alarm systems. The installer will perform installation/programming on integrated security and fire alarm systems, respond to customer service calls in a timely and efficient manner, troubleshoot and repair as needed, and participate in an after-hours service program. They will communicate with central dispatch on current work order status, read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems programs, schematics, and operational/product manuals, and supervise/inspect equipment installation to meet customer and contract specifications. The role also includes completing necessary certification courses and submitting all required documentation in a timely manner.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of documented experience in low voltage electrical systems, including Fire/Life Safety Systems, Access Control, CCTV, and Security Systems
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, and operational/product manuals
• Experience with hand tools test equipment, multi-meter usage, digital analyzer and commissioning devices
• 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 positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
• Able to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements
• Overnight travel may be required
• Demonstrate a high level of customer service
• Ability to lead & work well with team members
• Ability to adhere to, implement, and always follow safety guidelines and procedures
• Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and an ability to learn quickly
• Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements
• Able to pass a pre-employment background and drug test
• Able to obtain and retain any licenses that are required by National, State and Local codes
• Basic understanding of Network concepts and architectures

Nice To Haves

• Two-year Associates Degree in Electronics; Network; Computer Science or related field
• NICET level II or ability to obtain in first year

Responsibilities

• Installing, programming, troubleshooting, configuring, commissioning, and servicing Fire Alarm Systems, Access Control and CCTV Systems as well as other related building system products at customer sites 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
• Programming of fire alarm, security, and access control system panels, primarily focusing on networked fire alarm systems
• Perform installation/programming on integrated security and fire alarm systems
• Respond to customer service calls in a timely and efficient manner, troubleshoot and repair as needed
• Participate in after-hours service program
• Communicate with central dispatch on current work order status and receive updates on outstanding customer issues
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems programs, schematics, and operational/product manuals
• Supervise and inspect the installation of equipment to meet customer and contract specifications
• Complete necessary certification courses on internal and external products used
• Complete and submit all required task-related, activity, productivity, and other documentation in a timely manner

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one
• Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities with outstanding internal resources
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
• Company vehicle (as applicable), Tools, and Equipment to complete all jobs
• Providing Scheduling and management support
• JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees