Fire Installation Supervisor
West Chester, OH - USA
Job Summary
About Us
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.
Johnson Controls delivers fire protection and life safety solutions that help customers protect people property and this branch leadership role you will guide installation execution support technicians and help ensure projects are delivered safely on time and to quality standards.
The Fire Installation Department Supervisor is a self-motivated results-driven leader responsible for the successful execution of fire alarm and electronic installation projects within the branch. You will balance customer commitments safety productivity and financial performance while leading and developing a team of installation professionals.
This role serves as the installation business leader for the branch. You will oversee people materials schedules and processes to make sure projects are completed in line with approved designs applicable codes and Johnson Controls quality standards. Success in this role depends on strong leadership sound judgment clear communication and consistent follow-through in the field and with customers.
- Oversee the installation programming and commissioning of fire alarm and electronic systems per approved designs specifications and applicable codes.
- Lead mentor and develop installation technicians through onboarding training coaching and performance management.
- Plan schedule supervise and coordinate installation activities across multiple projects.
- Partner with the sales organization during the pre-bid process to support accurate labor scoping and installation planning.
- Maintain proactive customer communication confirm installation schedules and address installation billing or collection concerns professionally.
- Drive revenue profitability and productivity by monitoring performance metrics and implementing improvement actions.
- Ensure safety compliance through corporate EHS policies current training and certifications accident investigations and job site inspections.
- Provide 24/7 on-call support for after-hours customer issues dispatch guidance and technical problem-solving and oversee daily fleet vehicle use assigned to the department.
- Own outcomes with accountability safety and integrityby setting clear expectations following through on commitments and ensuring work is performed responsibly.
- Stay close to the workby confirming schedules with customers coordinating directly with project coordinators and removing obstacles before they affect delivery.
- Improve every daythrough regular coaching productivity reviews and practical problem-solving that strengthens quality and throughput.
- Win as one teamby collaborating with sales project coordinators technicians and customers to keep execution aligned.
- Read and interpret building plans electrical drawings and specifications to support field decisions and commissioning outcomes.
- Test installed systems support approval from the local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and verify compliance with corporate EHS and regulatory expectations.
- Provide after-hours guidance that helps technicians solve issues quickly and maintain strong customer relationships.
- Support technician success through daily direction independent judgment and consistent feedback that reinforces quality and productivity.
- Bachelors degree in Business Engineering or a related field or equivalent industry experience.
- Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in a fire alarm installation environment.
- Demonstrated supervisory or leadership experience including training team development and performance management.
- Strong presentation communication negotiation and customer interaction skills.
- NICET Level II Certification in Fire Alarm Systems.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond to 24/7 on-call support requirements.
- 7 years of hands-on field experience.
- 5 years of fire alarm audio programming experience.
- At least 1 year of people management or supervisory experience.
- Knowledge of additional low-voltage systems.
- Simplex 4100ES certification.
- Simplex network certification.
What we offer includes a competitive salary paid vacation/holidays/sick time with 15 days of vacation in the first year and a comprehensive benefits package including 401K medical dental and vision care available day one. You will also have access to extensive product and on-the-job/cross training opportunities with outstanding resources an encouraging and collaborative team environment and dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy.
Check us out: youre ready to lead installation work that protects people and property wed love to hear from you.
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $76100 - 104600 (Salary to be determined by the education experienceknowledge skills and abilities of the applicant internal equity and alignment with marketdata.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual groupand corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. Theposted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However we recognizethat exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typicalprofile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range weencourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process we may usetechnology assisted tools including artificial intelligence (AI) to help identify and evaluatecandidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details pleasevisit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site athttps:// 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 visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process please visit here.
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