Fire Alarm Installer

What we offer

• Competitive Starting Pay
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Training
• Global Advancement Opportunities
• Company Vehicle (as applicable)
• Referral Bonuses
• Comprehensive Benefits
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• And More

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. Organize and effectively utilize technical resources, information, material, and support to assure efficient execution of all assigned tasks.

Position involves the programming of fire alarm, security, and access control system panels, but will primarily focus 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 specification.
• 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.

• 3+ years documented experience in low voltage electrical systems, including Fire/Life Safety Systems, Access Control, CCTV, and Security 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.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Capable of performing physical labor including 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.
• Overnight travel may be required.
• Demonstrates a prominent level of customer service.
• Ability to lead and work well with team members.
• Ability to adhere to, implement, and always follow safety guidelines and procedures.
• 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.
• Able to obtain and retain any licenses that are required by National, State and Local codes.
• This role requires a minimum of a Massachusetts Class D Electrical License.
• Must always comply with safety guidelines.
• Working knowledge of electronic and digital test equipment.
• Basic understanding of Network concepts and architectures.
• Extended knowledge of DOS and Windows.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a short period of time.

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

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $24.51 - $30.76. (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 About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at