Fire & Security Service Technician

Fire & Security Service Technician

Johnson Controls is a global leader in thermal management mission-critical building systems energy efficiency and decarbonization. For more than 140 years we have helped customers use energy more productively reduce carbon emissions and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers healthcare pharmaceuticals advanced manufacturing and higher education.

As a Fire & Security Service Technician you will respond to service calls diagnose equipment and system issues and perform service and repairs on electronic fire & security alarm systems and related building system products at customer sites. This role is focused on delivering reliable code-compliant service clear customer communication and strong technical support for Fire & Life Safety systems.

• Receive service calls from the Service Resource Center review the equipment or system issue and contact the customer representative to confirm the problem.
• Diagnose and repair electronic fire alarm systems and related building system products at customer sites.
• Service troubleshoot and install Fire & Life Safety systems including SimplexGrinnell and other manufacturers equipment.
• Follow troubleshooting procedures and use technical manuals part manuals change notices modification notices bulletins and other documentation to complete repairs.
• Read and interpret blueprints diagrams submittals specifications software and system information schematics and operational product manuals.
• Complete Service Acknowledgements with accurate coding using communication devices such as smart phones and laptop computers.
• Obtain customer signature upon completion of the service call assignment.
• Participate in a scheduled on-call rotation and support customer needs as required.
• Help train or mentor other members of the service team.
• Provide recommendations solutions quotes and support for opportunities that help customers improve facility performance.
• Deliver a high level of customer service and act as a trusted advisor at the time of service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Take ownership of each service call from first response through completion ensuring issues are diagnosed accurately and resolved with professionalism.
• Work safely and with integrity on every site by following company procedures customer requirements and all applicable safety guidelines.
• Stay close to the work by organizing your technical resources tools materials and support so you can execute efficiently in the field.
• Use clear respectful communication with customers district staff and teammates to build trust and keep work moving smoothly.
• Continuously improve your approach by using manuals bulletins system documentation and problem-solving discipline to strengthen each repair and service visit.
• Work as one team by sharing knowledge supporting mentoring and collaborating across functions to deliver the best customer outcome.
• Document work accurately and on time so service records coding and follow-up actions are complete and reliable.

• 2 years of documented experience in low voltage electrical systems including Fire/Life Safety systems Access Control Nurse Call and Paging systems.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints submittals and operational or product manuals.
• Knowledge of test equipment including a multimeter digital analyzer and commissioning devices.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Excellent customer service skills and strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to perform physical labor including carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs.
• Ability to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as 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.
• Ability to participate in on-call and after-hours work when needed.
• Valid drivers license and a driving record that meets company requirements.
• Ability to retain any licenses required by National State and Local codes.
• Ability to maintain truck inventory to support timely customer response.
• Ability to adhere to and always follow safety guidelines and procedures.

• NICET Level II certification.
• Experience with CCTV IT systems and IP networks.
• Experience training or mentoring technicians in a service environment.

At Johnson Controls you will work on systems that help protect people property and operations every day. You will have the chance to build your technical expertise support customers as a trusted advisor and contribute to a team that values service learning and reliable execution.

If you are ready to bring your fire alarm service experience to a team that depends on your expertise we encourage you to apply.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $24-$34 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education experience knowledge skills and abilities of the applicant internal equity and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. 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. For details please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age protected veteran status genetic information sexual orientation gender identity status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process please visit here.