Fire Alarm Programming Technician

What you will do

• Install, program, configure, commission and service Fire Alarm and Fire Suppression Systems including but not limited to; Simplex, IFC Fire as well as other related building system products at customer sites.

What we offer:

* Competitive Starting Pay

* Paid Training

* Global Advancement Opportunities

* Company Vehicle (as applicable)

* Referral Bonuses

* Comprehensive Benefits

* Medical/Dental/Visioninsurance

* Health Savings Account (HSA)

* Life Insurance

* 401(k) savings plan with company match

* Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

* Employee Assistance Program

* Wellness Program

* And More!

How you will do it

• Execute projects on time and within allocated installation hours.

• Work with the project manager to resolve all discrepancies, and coordination problems that impair installation activities.

• Must be able towork onmultiple projects simultaneously.

• Read and interpret complicated blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications software/systems, programs, schematics and operational product manuals. Coordinate the installation activities with all trades to optimize installation time. Attend all required site meetings.

• Instruct and train customers on functional operation of the equipment/system. Conduct simulations and answer questions.

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

• Complete project documentation in a timely manner.

• Adhere to all OSHA and SimplexGrinnell safety policies and procedures. Participate in a scheduled On-call rotation.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What we look for

Required

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Three (3) years documented experience in low voltage electrical systems, including Fire/Life Safety systems, Access Control, Nurse Call, and Paging systems.

• 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.

• Able to obtain and retain any licenses that are required by National, State and local codes

• 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.

• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements.

• Demonstrate a high level of customer service.

• Ability to lead & work well with team members.

• Ability to adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times.

• 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.

• Overnight travel may be required (infrequent).

Preferred

• NICET Level II certification.

• Local State licenses.

• Knowledge of local Fire Codes

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $23.84-$35 (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. For details, please visit the Employee Benefits tab on our main careers page at https://www.johnsoncontrols.com/careers