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We are seeking a Fire Alarm Technician to join our Federal Systems team at our Schenectady, NY.
At Johnson Controls, we support our nation’s most critical facilities, the people who occupy them, and the missions they enable. Johnson Controls Federal Systems (JCFS) is a specialized team serving as a trusted partner to the federal government. We help modernize U.S. military installations, Department of Defense and other federal agency facilities to be smarter, more resilient, efficient, sustainable, and secure.
Location: Onsite in Schenectady, NY
Pay Range: $30 -$34 /hour
Shift: Primary hours are 7:00-3:30pm, Monday-Friday.
Benefits: Eligible for benefits on first day of employment
Vacation: 3 weeks of paid vacation per calendar year
As a Fire Alarm Technician, you will:
- Under direct supervision, completes assigned programming, commissioning, basic troubleshooting and preventive maintenance of fire alarm systems per contract obligations
- Assists experienced personnel with solutions to systems problems, either troubleshooting the system or advising others on how to resolve problems. Requires understanding of core and third party fire products, software and systems electrical technology.
- Assists in performing required commissioning documentation. Provide accurate information for as-builts documentation.
- Conducts testing to ensure proper operation of equipment after installation or repairs
- Adheres to safety standards and local and national codes, with a high degree of regard to employee and subcontractor safety.
- Maintains appropriate local and National Fire Industry Certifications.
- Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems programs, schematics and operational product manuals
- Communicates with customer upon arrival and before leaving the work site. Continuous proactive customer interactions including an in-depth understanding of customer(s) needs wants and systems currently in place.
- Completes paperwork and on site documentation as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent education
- Two or more years' experience with commercial fire alarm or fire suppression systems
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems programs, schematics and operational product manuals
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, while establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships.
- Basic computer skills
- The ability to obtain and maintain required government security clearance to support this site required. (This involves a background/character, criminal history, employment, and credit check.)
Preferred Qualifications
- NICET certification
- Electronics certification from an accredited technical school or military electronics training preferred.
Who We Are
At Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI), we are One Team working collaboratively to create purposeful solutions that make a difference in the world. We are a Fortune 500 company with more than 100,000 employees worldwide offering the world`s largest portfolio of building technology products, solutions and services. As a member of our Federal Systems team, your work matters. We value and recognize your contributions and want to help you succeed. We invest in our employees, provide opportunities for growth and advancement, and foster a culture of inclusion and respect. To learn more about who we are and what we do, please check out our Take a Journey video.
Recently, Johnson Controls has been recognized by several organizations for leadership in Environment, Sustainability and Governance, as well as innovations in smart building platforms:
- Named to FORTUNE’s “Most Admired Companies” List
- Corporate Knights Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World
- Named to Forbes Net Zero Leaders list
- CDP 2023 Climate Change 'A List'
- Ranked 67 on the Drucker Institute’s list of best-managed companies in America
- Forbes Best Employers for Diversity
- Newsweek America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity
- Ethisphere 2024 World's Most Ethical Companieslist for the 17th time
- Newsweek America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women in 2024
- Named to Newsweek America’s Greatest Workplaces for Veterans 2024 / 2025 listing
- Named to Forbes America’s Best Employers for Veterans 2024
- Named one of the top military friendly employers by military.com.
Johnson Controls is an equal employment opportunity 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. For more information, please view EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit www.johnsoncontrols.com/careers
Division: JCFS (Johnson Controls Federal Systems)
Job: 1559
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About Johnson Controls
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.
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.
Visit johnsoncontrols.com for more information and follow @Johnsoncontrols on social platforms.
What you will do
Help Build the future of industrial refrigeration! Are you passionate about designing the intelligent control systems that power today's industrial technologies? Join Johnson Controls and play a key role in developing innovative control solutions that drive efficiency, reliability, and performance. As an Electrical Designer Drafter, you'll design, develop, and document industrial control systems utilizing PLCs, embedded computer control platforms, and associated electrical systems. Collaborating closely with engineering, manufacturing, project management, and field teams, you'll transform concepts into high-quality, cost-effective solutions that make a real impact.
This position is based onsite at our FRICK manufacturing facility in Waynesboro, PA. Candidates must be commuting distance to the facility, or able to relocate. Only US Citizens and/or Permanent Residents will be considered for this position.
How you will do it
- Design and develop electrical control systems for industrial equipment and automation applications.
- Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, terminal plans, and bills of material using Autodesk Electrical.
- Develop PLC and embedded computer hardware documentation for new product designs and customer-specific projects.
- Select and specify electrical components including PLCs, HMIs, industrial computers, power supplies, circuit protection devices, communication hardware, sensors and instrumentation
- Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, standards, and company design practices.
- Support engineering change requests and update design documentation.
- Coordinate with engineers, production personnel, and suppliers to resolve design and manufacturing issues.
- Assist in panel layout optimization for manufacturability and serviceability.
- Generate accurate documentation packages for manufacturing, testing, and field installation.
- Participate in project review meetings and design reviews.
- Provide technical support during system integration, testing, startup, and troubleshooting activities.
- Maintain project schedules and deliver assigned tasks within established deadlines.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to design processes, standards, and documentation practices.
- Provide support for the controls panel shop to clarify specifications and adapt engineering changes if needed.
What you will need
Required
- Associate Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering Technology, or a similar discipline, or 5 years of professional experience in lieu of a degree.
- 2+ years of experience in electrical controls design, industrial automation, or related engineering design activities.
Preferred
- Proficiency with Autodesk Electrical.
- Understanding of industrial control systems and electrical design principles.
- Knowledge of PLC hardware platforms and industrial control architectures.
- Familiarity with embedded computer control systems and industrial networking.
- Ability to create and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, control system documentation, and industrial Refrigeration P&ID’s
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, Profinet, and serial communications
- Knowledge of electrical codes and industry standards including NFPA 70, NFPA 79, and UL508A control panel requirements.
HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $25.00 - $34.62 (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
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