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Fire Alarm Inspector I

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. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!

What we offer

• 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, Tools, and Equipment to complete all jobs
• Providing Scheduling and management support
• JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)
• Check us Out: A Day in the Life of the Building of the Future

What you will do

Inspectors are responsible for conducting routine inspections, testing, service, and preventative maintenance on Electrical, Sprinkler or Suppression life safety product lines as well as similar competitive manufacturers' product lines.

How you will do it

• Work with low voltage wiring and associated devices for the operation of low voltage equipment.

• Complete Service Acknowledgements with proper coding through communication devices such as laptop computers and/or hard copy.

• Follow and maintain a highly structured inspection schedule.

• Input, retrieve and archive inspection documents via laptop computer.

• 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.

What we look for

• Fire alarm license

• 1 to 2 years documented service experience in fire alarm or fire sprinkler 

• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, programs schematics and operational/product manuals.

• Experience with hand tools and multi-meter usage.

• Demonstrates an aptitude for troubleshooting systems and performing necessary repairs.

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

• 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.

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

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

• Successful completion of the Inspector Entrée Course (Electrical or Sprinkler).

• Possess a valid driver's license and driving record that meets company requirements.

• Able to pass a pre-employment background and drug test.

• Demonstrate a high level of customer service.

• Ability to work well with others.

• Self-starter that can work with little to no supervision.

• Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and ability to learn quickly.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Preferred

• Special Hazards experience

• Fire pump experience

• Service background

• NICET Level II certification

• Backflow License

• Familiarity with sprinkler systems and extinguishers

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: (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