Fire Alarm Installer

Johnson Controls
Canton, MI

Be part of the future!

We are one team, dedicated to working collaboratively to create the purposeful solutions that propel the world forward. We hope you will join our diverse team of top people – you bring your talent, and we’ll give you the space and opportunities to grow and succeed.  We are committed to make a difference.

What we offer:

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

What you will do
This skilled position involves installing, programming, troubleshooting, configuring, commissioning, and servicing Fire Alarm 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 of fire alarm systems

Respond to customer service calls in a timely and efficient manner, troubleshoot and repair as needed

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

  • At least 5 years of documented experience in low voltage electrical systems, including Fire/Life Safety 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

  • 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

  • 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.

Preferred

  • 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 : $45-58 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location 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

Posted 2025-10-18

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