Sprinkler Inspector

Sprinkler Inspector III 

Johnson Controls is committed to creating purposeful solutions that help protect people and property. In this union field role, you will work with a collaborative team to inspect, test, service, and maintain sprinkler and suppression life safety systems that customers depend on every day.

Role Overview

As a Sprinkler Inspector III, you will perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on sprinkler and suppression systems, document deficiencies clearly, and help keep life safety systems operating as intended. This role combines technical inspection work, accurate recordkeeping, customer service, and hands-on support in the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections, testing, service, and preventative maintenance on sprinkler and suppression life safety product lines and similar competitive manufacturers' product lines.
• Accurately identify, document, and communicate deficiencies found during inspections.
• Complete Service Acknowledgements and inspection records with proper coding using laptop computers, smartphones, or hardcopy documentation.
• Follow a highly structured inspection schedule and complete assigned inspections on time.
• Perform minor repairs and programming changes to systems being inspected when authorized.
• Assist the foreman in the installation of wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge sprinkler systems.
• Use hand tools, testing equipment, and multi-meters to support inspection and troubleshooting work.
• Work safely in challenging field conditions, including ladders, scaffolding, high lift equipment, and other physically demanding environments.

How You Will Do It

• Own your work with accountability, safety, and integrity by following safety guidelines and documenting findings accurately every time.
• Stay close to the work by managing a structured inspection schedule, keeping visits on time, and helping remove obstacles for customers.
• Improve every day by using practical problem-solving, learning from each site, and making minor repairs or adjustments within scope.
• Win as one team by communicating clearly with foremen, customers, and colleagues while supporting diverse crews in the field.
• Use the right documentation method for each visit, whether through laptop, smartphone, or hardcopy, so inspection records are complete and easy to follow.

Qualifications

• 3 years of documented experience in sprinkler systems.
• Ability to obtain and retain any licenses required by National, State, and Local codes.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, program schematics, and operational/product manuals.
• Experience with hand tools and multi-meter usage.
• Ability to perform physical labor and carry or move equipment and tools weighing up to 50-70 lbs.
• Ability to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions, including climbing ladders, scaffolding, and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, as well as working within ducts, crawl spaces, and above ceilings.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including on-call rotation, nights, and weekends, to meet customer requirements.
• Demonstrated high level of customer service.
• Ability to adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times.
• Strong organizational skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to learn quickly.

Nice to Have

• Experience with wet, dry, pre-action, deluge, fire pumps, and foam systems.
• NICET certification or state equivalency.
• Repair experience and additional troubleshooting experience in sprinkler systems.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $21.93-$32.89 (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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