Job Description

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 helps protect people and property through fire protection and life safety solutions. In this role, you will support the service, maintenance, and repair of sprinkler and suppression systems while building hands-on experience in a structured apprenticeship environment.

Role Overview

As a Sprinkler Helper, you will work alongside the Lead Fire Sprinkler Fitter to assist with testing, troubleshooting, service, and repair activities on fire sprinkler and suppression life safety product lines. This is a hands-on trade role focused on safety, quality workmanship, and learning the technical foundations of fire protection work.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Fire Sprinkler Fitter with service, maintenance, and repairs on sprinkler and suppression life safety product lines.
• Support testing and troubleshooting activities for fire sprinkler systems.
• Follow prescribed troubleshooting procedures and use technical manuals, part manuals, change notices, bulletins, and modification notices to help diagnose and repair equipment and systems.
• Complete inspection reports and repair documents with proper coding using a smartphone, laptop, or hard copy documentation.
• Follow a structured service schedule and complete assigned work in an organized manner.
• Perform duties with safety in mind at all times.

How You Will Do It

• You will work safely, follow company procedures, and keep safety at the center of every task.
• You will stay close to the work, use the correct manuals and instructions, and apply troubleshooting steps carefully.
• You will support the team by maintaining accurate documentation and completing reports with attention to detail.
• You will approach each assignment professionally, follow the service schedule, and adapt to the needs of the job.
• You will learn continuously through the apprenticeship program and use feedback to build your technical skills.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company requirements.
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.
• Ability to use hand tools.
• Understanding of quality service

Nice to Have

• Experience working with fire sprinkler systems or other life safety systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, submittals, and operational or product manuals.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $15-$21 (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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