Fire Alarm Technician

Job summary

Technicians are responsible for performing routine inspections, testing, service, and preventative maintenance on fire alarm and life safety systems. They must also document service activities, provide technical training to others, and ensure all inspections are completed on time.

Job details

We are looking for a Fire Alarm Technician to join our team in the Labrador City area, supporting Service and Inspection work for our customers. This is not a fly-in/fly-out position. Preference will be given to candidates who currently reside in Labrador City. Experienced candidates from other locations are also encouraged to apply, and relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates, subject to applicable conditions. Here's what we have to offer: Competitive pay. Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time Employees residing in Labrador City are eligible for a northern living allowance. Comprehensive benefits package, pension, medical, dental, and vision care – available from day one. Extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities, supported by our outstanding internal resources. Encouraging and collaborative team environment. Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy. JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot). What you will do: Technicians are responsible for performing routine inspections, testing, service, and preventative maintenance on Fire Alarm and life safety systems. 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 repairs with minimal supervision. Provide technical training to other inspectors and trainees. Complete assigned inspections on time. What we are looking for: Required High School Diploma or equivalent required. Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, programs schematics and operational/product manuals. Experience with hand tools and multi-meter usage. Capable of performing physical labour to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 40 lbs. Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult position 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 follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times. Demonstrates an aptitude for troubleshooting systems and performing necessary repairs. Demonstrate a high level of customer service. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Self-starter that can work with little to no supervision. Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and an ability to learn quickly. Ability to pass a criminal background check and any site-required alcohol and drug testing. Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements. Preferred CFAA Certificate 2+ years documented experience in Fire and /or Life Safety Systems. Proficiency with using PCs including working knowledge of MS Excel / Word as well as iPhone apps. HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $26.00-$ 36.00(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. 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, including artificial 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 https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us #TechHiring Johnson Controls’ Canadian subsidiaries are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants, candidates and employees with disabilities, in accordance with applicable human rights legislation, and in Ontario, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (“AODA”). When requested, accommodation will be provided throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. To request accommodation, please contact us. Any information you provide related to accommodation measures will be treated as confidential. A copy of Johnson Controls’ applicable AODA policies are available on our website at www.johnsoncontrols.com for your reference, and can be made available in accessible formats upon request.

What you’ll do

Technicians are responsible for performing routine inspections, testing, service, and preventative maintenance on fire alarm and life safety systems. They must also document service activities, provide technical training to others, and ensure all inspections are completed on time.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and experience with blueprints, hand tools, and low voltage equipment. The role requires physical labor, including climbing ladders and working in confined spaces, along with the ability to pass background and drug screenings.

Benefits

• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick time
• Northern living allowance
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Pension
• Medical care
• Dental care
• Vision care
• Product training
• On-the-job training
• Cross-training
• Employee discount programs

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred
• Microsoft Word · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Fire alarm systems
• Life safety systems
• Low voltage wiring
• Troubleshooting
• Preventative maintenance
• Blueprint reading
• Multi-meter usage
• Hand tools
• Technical training
• Customer service
• Inspection documentation
• Safety compliance
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• iPhone apps
• Hand Tools
• Life Safety Systems
• Self-Starter
• Good Driving Record
• Organizational Skills
• Positivity
• Valid Driver's License
• Quick Learning
• Blueprinting
• Electrical Wiring
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Equities
• Optometry
• Fire Alarm Systems
• Low Voltage
• Preventive Maintenance
• Market Data
• Mobile Apps
• Submittals (Construction)
• Technical Training
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)

Job areas

• Trades
• Security & Safety
• Engineering
• Construction
• Fire Alarm Technician
• Alarm / Security System Technician
• Information and Communications Technology Installers and Servicers
• Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers

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