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Fire Sprinkler Service Technician (Active member of Union Local 696)

Johnson Controls International
Totowa, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 10/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/9/2026

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.


What you will do

  • Receive service calls from Service Resource Center, including a brief description of equipment/system malfunctions.
  • Contact customer representative and ascertain equipment/systems problems.
  • Perform service and repairs on sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial, and residential applications.
  • These include but are not limited to wet (steel, copper and CPVC), dry, pre-action, deluge, and fire pumps.
  • Follow prescribed troubleshooting procedures and refer to technical manuals, part manuals, change notices and bulletins, modification notices, etc., to diagnose and repair equipment.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications software/systems, programs, schematics, and operational product manuals.
  • Exhibit effective customer service skills by consistently communicating with the district staff and customers to ensure complete customer satisfaction.
  • Electronically complete Service Acknowledgements with proper coding and obtain customer’s signature.
  • Participate in a scheduled On-call rotation.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

What we look for

  • Must be an Active member of Union Local 696
  • 2 years of documented experience in Fire Sprinkler/Suppression industry
  • Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, and operational/product manuals
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • Must be willing to travel.
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions 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 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
  • Able to participate in an on-call rotation schedule Overnight travel will be required
  • Demonstrate a high level of customer service Maintain truck inventory to ensure timely response to customer needs
  • 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
  • Must possess and retain current required State Fire Protection License or valid Journeyman License, if applicable.

Preferred

  • NICET Level II

Pay Range: $77.92 hourly rate determined by the CBA/rate sheet. Benefits are provided 
through a local labor union aligned with a collective bargaining agreement. 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.

Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000

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