Fire Service Technician

Johnson Controls

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Bowling Green, Kentucky

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Diagnose, service, and repair electronic fire alarm and life safety systems at customer sites. Communicate with customers and district staff to ensure satisfaction and complete service documentation via mobile devices.

Qualifications

You have 1+ year of experience or training in low-voltage electrical systems, including Fire/Life Safety systems, or related systems like IT/computer networks. You possess a high school diploma or equivalent and can follow instructions, diagnose system issues using technical manuals and tools, and perform physical labor in various conditions. You also need a valid driver's license and strong customer service skills.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Fire alarm systems

Simplex systems

Access Control

Nurse Call

Paging systems

IT/computer networks

Manufacturing systems repair

Electrical systems

voltage/ multi-meters

NICET Level I certification

Simplex 4007ES training

Job Description

Join Johnson Controls and Unleash Your Potential!

As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, Johnson Controls is dedicated to reimagining building performance to benefit people, places, and the planet. Join our team and help shape a brighter future. With our extensive reach across various industries worldwide, we are uniquely positioned to support and empower you. You'll have the chance to grow through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities, all while enjoying an experience focused on your physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive Pay

  • Paid Vacation/Holidays/Sick Time: 10 days of vacation in your first year!

  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care available from day one!

  • Extensive Training Opportunities: With outstanding internal resources.

  • Collaborative Team Environment

  • Commitment to Safety: Through our Zero Harm policy.

  • Company Vehicle, Tools, and Equipment: Provided to complete all jobs.

  • Employee Discount Programs: Through The Loop by Perk Spot.

Your Role

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

  • Contact customer representatives to ascertain equipment/systems problems.

  • Diagnose 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 to repair equipment.

  • Service, troubleshoot, and install various manufacturers’ Fire & Life Safety systems, including Simplex systems.

  • When needed use blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems, programs, schematics, and operational product manuals to support service of our customers equipment.

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

  • Complete Service Acknowledgements with proper coding through communication devices, such as smartphones and laptops.

  • Obtain customer signatures upon completing service call assignments.

  • Participate in a scheduled on-call rotation and help train or mentor others on the service team.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking for 

Required:

  • Outstanding interpersonal and written/spoken communication skills.

  • Must be able to professionally represent Johnson Controls to customers in person and over the phone.

  • 1+ year of experience or training in low-voltage electrical systems, including Fire/Life Safety systems, Access Control, Nurse Call, or Paging systems; OR 1+ year of training or experience in related systems (e.g., IT/computer networks, manufacturing systems repair, or electrical systems).

  • Candidates with a combination of education and hands-on training in these areas are welcome.

  • Ability to review operational/installation product manuals and develop a plan to resolve system issues.

  • Knowledge of equipment that can be used to diagnose systems, such as voltage/ multi-meters.

  • High School Diploma or equivalent with the ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

  • Ability to professionally represent Johnson Controls in person with strong communication skills.

  • Demonstrate a high level of customer service.

  • Capable of performing physical labor, including carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs.

  • Able to work safely in many different positions, such as climbing ladders, scaffolding, and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working within small spaces, above ceilings, etc.  (Johnson Controls is committed to Safety and expects all employees to work safely and use Stop Work at any time to ensure work can be performed safely).

  • Ability to adhere to, implement, and always follow safety guidelines and procedures.

  • Ability to work flexible hours, including periodic OT or weekends, to meet customer requirements.

  • Limited overnight travel to attend occasional training classes.

  • Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and 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.

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

  • Completion of Simplex 4007ES training within 12 months.

Preferred:

  • State of Kentucky Fire Inspector Certification.

  • NICET Level I certification.

Note:  The candidate will be assigned to the Louisville, KY office and will work onsite at the Bowling Green, KY location.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join the Johnson Controls family and thrive in a culture that values your voice and ideas. Your incredible opportunity is just a few clicks away!

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $20 - $27 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 https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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Johnson 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.

Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls is a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency and decarbonization. We help our 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. For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has been delivering performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turning goals into real-world results and helping move society forward. Visit johnsoncontrols.com for more information.
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