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Fire Detection Systems Installer

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 29 Apr 2026

💰 $58,000/yr($42,000/yr – $58,000/yr)

About the role

Unleash your potential 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 our winning team and pave the way for a bright future. With our extensive reach across various industries worldwide, our teams are uniquely positioned to support and empower you. 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.

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Here's What We Have To Offer

What we offer

Competitive pay
Paid vacation/holidays/sick time 10 days of vacation first year!
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 provided to complete all jobs.
JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)
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What you will do
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

How you will do it

Perform installation/programming on integrated security and fire alarm systems
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 specifications
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

What we look for
Required

High School Diploma or equivalent required
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
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.
Able to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements
Overnight travel may be required
Rotating On call
Demonstrate a high level of customer service
Ability to lead & work well with team members
Ability to adhere to, implement, and always follow safety guidelines and procedures
Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and an 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
Basic understanding of Network concepts and architectures.
Ability to obtain the Louisiana state fire license within the first 90 days