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Sprinkler Service Technician

Johnson Controls
  • Richmond, Virginia
  • $25–$36 Per Hour
  • Autofill and Review
2 days ago

Job Description

Fire Sprinkler Service Technician

Johnson Controls is a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization. We help customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in fast-growing industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services, and an industry-leading field organization, Johnson Controls delivers performance where it really matters and helps turn customer goals into real-world results.

Role Overview

We are looking for a Fire Sprinkler Service Technician to receive service requests, diagnose system issues, and perform service and repairs on sprinkler and suppression systems across commercial, industrial, and residential environments. This role supports wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge systems, as well as fire pumps, with a strong focus on customer service, safety, and reliable field execution.

Key Responsibilities

  • Receive service calls from the Service Resource Center and review the reported equipment or system malfunction.
  • Contact customer representatives to confirm the issue and gather relevant site information.
  • Perform service and repairs on sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial, and residential applications.
  • Work on wet systems, including steel, copper, and CPVC, as well as dry, pre-action, and deluge systems.
  • Service and repair fire pumps as part of sprinkler and suppression system support.
  • Troubleshoot equipment using technical manuals, part manuals, change notices, bulletins, and modification notices.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems, programs, schematics, and operational product manuals.
  • Deliver a high level of customer service while maintaining a professional and positive presence on site.
  • Work independently and manage field tasks with strong organization and attention to detail.
  • Maintain truck inventory to support timely response to customer needs.

How You Will Do It

  • Work safely, with accountability and integrity, and follow all Johnson Controls and customer safety requirements at all times.
  • Stay close to the work, diagnose the issue efficiently, and remove obstacles so the customer’s system is restored as quickly as possible.
  • Use troubleshooting procedures, technical documents, and service information to reach accurate, practical repairs.
  • Read drawings and manuals carefully, apply sound judgment in the field, and keep your work organized and precise.
  • Build trust through clear communication, responsive service, and a willingness to solve problems independently.
  • Improve every day by learning from each service call, sharing clear observations, and applying continuous problem-solving.
  • Collaborate with the Service Resource Center, customer representatives, and district teams to win as one team.

Qualifications

  • 1-3 years of documented experience in the Fire Sprinkler service industry performing service and repair to sprinkler and suppression systems.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, to meet customer requirements.
  • Overnight travel may be required.
  • Ability to maintain truck inventory to ensure timely response to customer needs.
  • Ability to adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times.
  • Valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company requirements.
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
  • Ability to perform physical labor, including carrying and moving equipment and tools weighing up to 70 lbs.
  • Ability to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions, including climbing ladders, scaffolding, and high lift equipment up to 60 feet, and working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, and similar spaces.
  • Ability to read, understand, and follow all safety requirements of the company and the customer.
  • Ability to work alone when required.

Nice to Have

  • NICET Level II certification.
  • Backflow certification.

Why Join Us

Johnson Controls offers the opportunity to work on important building systems that support customers across critical industries. This position includes a competitive hourly range of $25.00-$36.00, with pay determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and market data, along with a competitive benefits package. If you are ready to bring your sprinkler service experience to a team focused on safety, customer impact, and dependable field performance, we encourage you to apply.

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action 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. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visitEEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit

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Numbers & Facts

LocationRichmond, Virginia
IndustryManufacturing - Other
Salary$25–$36 Per Hour
Company Size10,000 employees or more
Websitehttps://www.johnsoncontrols.com/

About Company

Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and multi industrial leader serving a wide range of customers in more than 150 countries. Our commitment to sustainability dates back to our roots in 1885, with the invention of the first electric room thermostat. We are committed to helping our customers win everywhere, every day and creating greater value for all of our stakeholders through our strategic focus on buildings.

Skills

  • Blueprintsunmatched
  • Building Energy Ratingunmatched
  • Building Systemsunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Customer Relationsunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Drug Manufacturingunmatched
  • Equity Securitiesunmatched
  • Geneticsunmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Higher Educationunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Inventory Managementunmatched
  • Legalunmatched
  • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
  • Network Operations Centerunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Product Documentationunmatched
  • Pumpsunmatched
  • Resolve Customer Issuesunmatched
  • Safety Processunmatched
  • Safety Trainingunmatched
  • Scaffoldingunmatched
  • Schematicsunmatched
  • Software Specificationunmatched
  • Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
  • Technical Writingunmatched
  • Thermal Managementunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Willing to Travelunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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