CFAA Fire Alarm Inspector (Union)
Johnson Controls
- Hamilton, ON
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Competitive pay.
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including retirement savings plan, 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).
- Company vehicle, tools, and equipment provided to complete all jobs.
- Scheduling and management support.
- Lead installation, commissioning, and verification activities on Fire Alarm related equipment for all type of installations, including connection of devices and circuits.
- Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, submittals, and specifications.
- Supervise, delegate and coordinate work with co-workers and electricians working on Fire Alarm systems.
- Complete verification reports for submittal to customers and carry out system acceptance tests with AHJ’s and other interested parties.
- Complete As Built drawings on the completion of the job.
- Maintain up to date knowledge of various product lines.
- Identify deficiencies and code issues in the field during verification.
- Troubleshoot hardware issues, ground faults, open and short circuits.
- Travel throughout the District business area when required.
- Conduct programming modifications to an existing system without supervision.
- Program audio and non-audio standalone systems (upon training).
- Assist in developing employee training programs for employees and customers.
- Mentor less experienced technicians.
- Minimum 3 years of experience within the Fire Protection industry.
- Completion of a college diploma in Fire Protection or Electrical/Electronic or equivalent experience.
- Completion of a Canadian Fire Alarm Association (CFAA) certification or equivalent.
- Knowledgeable of provincial building & fire codes for verification purposes.
- Demonstrated ability to program basic fire alarm systems without supervision.
- Proficient in the use of computers, Microsoft excel, word and Windows operating systems.
- Advanced troubleshooting skills with working knowledge of electronic test equipment.
- Ability to express clear technical solutions in a clear and concise manner.
- Ability to lift equipment and tools up to 40lbs.
- Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding.
- Possess a valid driver’s license.
- Strong communication skills, leadership skills and customer service focus.