About this role
Licensed Fire Sprinkler Inspector
Johnson Controls helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in mission-critical environments. In this field role, you will support inspection, testing, service, and preventative maintenance work on fire sprinkler systems that help protect people, property, and operations.
Role Overview
This role is responsible for routine inspections and service on fire sprinkler systems and similar competitive manufacturers’ product lines. You will work with low-voltage wiring and associated devices, document findings accurately, maintain a structured inspection schedule, and complete service records using mobile and computer-based tools.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine inspections, testing, servicing, installation support, and preventative maintenance on fire sprinkler systems and similar competitive manufacturers’ product lines.
- Work with low-voltage wiring and associated devices used for the operation of low-voltage equipment.
- Accurately identify, document, and communicate deficiencies found during inspections.
- Complete Service Acknowledgements and inspection records with proper coding using laptop computers, smartphones, hard copy, and mobile devices.
- Follow and maintain a highly structured inspection schedule and complete assigned inspections on time.
- Input, retrieve, and archive inspection documents via mobile device.
- Make minor repairs and programming changes to systems being inspected.
- Assist the foreman in the installation of wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge sprinkler systems.
- Perform work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions, including climbing ladders, scaffolding, and high lift equipment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
How You Will Do It
- Own each inspection with accountability, safety, and integrity by following procedures carefully, documenting work clearly, and addressing issues without delay.
- Stay close to the work and remove obstacles for customers by following a structured schedule, completing visits on time, and keeping communication clear and practical.
- Improve every day through disciplined problem-solving by recording accurate findings, making minor repairs carefully, and using field feedback to work more effectively.
- Win as one team by collaborating with foremen, customers, and other field partners to support installation and service activities smoothly.
Qualifications
- 4+ years of documented experience in sprinkler systems.
- OKDOL Sprinkler License is required.
- Experience with wet, dry, pre-action, deluge, fire pumps, and foam systems.
- Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, schematics, and operational/product manuals.
- Experience with hand tools and multi-meter usage.
- Ability to perform physical labor, including carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs.
- Ability to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions, such as climbing ladders, scaffolding, high lift equipment, 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 fire pumps, backflows, and standpipes.
Why Join Us
Join a team that delivers performance where it really matters. You will support essential life safety systems, work across demanding customer environments, and contribute to practical results through advanced technology, lifecycle services, and a strong field organization.
If you have the required sprinkler system experience and licensing, apply today and take the next step with Johnson Controls.
HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $25.68-$38.56 (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
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