Fire Alarm Installer

Company: Johnson Controls
Location: Chantilly
Posted on: October 6, 2024

Job Description:

Fire Alarm Installer V job requires installing, programming, and servicing fire alarm systems, access control, and CCTV systems at customer sites.

Summary: 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.

This role requires a high level of technical expertise, strong organizational skills, and excellent customer service skills. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in low voltage electrical systems, including Fire/Life Safety Systems, Access Control, CCTV, and Security Systems.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Install and program integrated security and fire alarm systems
  
• Respond to customer service calls and troubleshoot issues
  
• Participate in after-hours service program
  
• Communicate with central dispatch on work order status and customer issues
  
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems programs, schematics, and operational/product manuals
  
• Supervise and inspect equipment installation to meet customer and contract specifications
  
• Complete necessary certification courses on internal and external products used
  
• Submit task-related, activity, productivity, and other documentation in a timely manner
  
  
  Requirements:
  
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  • At least 5 years of documented experience in low voltage electrical systems
    
  • 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
    
  • Ability to perform 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
    
  • Able to work flexible hours, including weekends, to meet customer requirements
    
  • Overnight travel may be required
    
  • Demonstrate a high level of customer service
    
  • Ability to lead and work well with team members
    
  • Ability to adhere to, implement, and 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 required by National, State, and Local codes
    
  • Basic understanding of Network concepts and architectures
    
    
    Preferred Qualifications:
    
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    • Two-year Associates Degree in Electronics, Network, Computer Science, or related field
      
    • NICET level II or ability to obtain in first year
      

Keywords: Johnson Controls, Dale City , Fire Alarm Installer, Professions , Chantilly, Virginia