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Fire Alarm Installer
Johnson ControlsUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 7 Aug 2026
💰 $52,000/yr($38,000/yr – $52,000/yr)
About the role
<p></p><p></p><p>Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps 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.</p><p></p><p>For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.</p><p></p><p><b>What you will do </b></p><p>Proficient at maintaining, repairing, installing, and programming conventional and addressable fire alarm, security, nurse call, intercom, CCTV Systems and other related building systems products.</p><p></p><p><b>How you will do it</b></p><p>Knowledge of test equipment to include oscilloscope, multi-meters, digital analyzers, battery analyzers, frequency meters, decibel meters and communication devices.</p><p>Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools weighing up to 40 pounds.</p><p>Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing a ladder, scaffolding, working within ducts, crawl spaces above ceilings, etc.</p><p>Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems, programs, schematics and operation/product manuals.</p><p>Perform inspections and installation activities on electronic fire systems.</p><p>Overtime/Overnight stay may be required during busy project schedules.<br/> </p><p><b>What we look for<br/>Required</b></p><ul><li>High School Diploma or Equivalent</li><li>Strong oral and written communication skills.</li><li>Excellent customer interaction skills.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Ability to troubleshoot and make repairs, unaided by management.</li><li>Self-starter needed that can work with minimum supervision.</li><li>Pass criminal background check and drug test.</li><li>Have a valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company requirements.</li><li>Be able to obtain and retain any licenses that are required by National, State and Local codes.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Preferred</b></p><ul><li>Electrical installation experience.</li><li>Two (2) years of experience in Fire Alarm or Integrated Security Systems maintenance.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $19-26 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, <span>experience, knowledge,</span> 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, <span>including artificial</span> 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 <span>https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us</span></b></p><p><b>#techhiring</b></p><p></p><p><br/> </p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><span>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</span> <a href="https://www.johnsoncontrols.com/-/media/jci/careers/landing/eeo-is-the-law.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">EEO is the Law</a><span>. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit <a href="mailto:SpecialAccommodations@jci.com?subject=Candidate%20Accommodated%20Requested&body=Hello%2C%20%0A%0AI&#39;ve%20applied%20to%20an%20opportunity%20and%20require%20an%20accommodation%20during%20the%20application%20process." rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</span></p>
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