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Topeka and surrounding area
Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team
As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!
What we offer
- Competitive salary
- Paid vacation/holidays/sick time Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one
- Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities with outstanding internal resources
- Encouraging and collaborative team environment
- Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
- Company vehicle (as applicable), Tools, and Equipment to complete all jobs
- Providing Scheduling and management support
- JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)
What you will do
- Receive service calls from Service Resource Center, including a brief description of equipment/system malfunctions.
- Responsible for contacting customer representative and ascertain equipment/systems problems.
- Diagnose problems and perform service and repairs on electronic fire alarm systems and other related building system products at customer sites.
- Follow prescribed troubleshooting procedures and refer to technical manuals, part manuals, change notices and bulletins, modification notices, etc. to repair equipment.
- Service, troubleshoot and install many different manufacturers’ Fire & Life Safety systems including SimplexGrinnell.
- Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications software/systems, programs, schematics and operational product manuals.
- Exhibit excellent customer service skills by consistently communicating with the district staff and customers to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Complete Service Acknowledgements with proper coding through communication devices, such as smart phones and laptop computers.
- Obtain customer signature upon completed service call assignment.
- Participate in a scheduled On-call rotation. Help to train or mentor others on the service team.
- Provide our customers with the highest level of service to solve building inefficiencies and resolve service related items. As a trusted advisor to our customers you will provide solutions and outcomes at the time of service.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
How you will do it
- This skilled position involves troubleshooting and repairing installed systems. Including panel repair/reprogram, device replacement/repair, resolving low voltage circuit troubles and system testing.
- Organize and effectively utilize technical resources, information, material, and support to assure efficient execution of all assigned tasks.
- Candidate must possess excellent written/verbal communication and outstanding customer service skills.
- Position involves the programming of fire alarm, security, and access control system panels.
- Experience CCTV and IT and IP networks a plus.
- Complete and submit all required task-related, activity, productivity, and other documentation in a timely manner.
- On call and after hours work required on occasion at customer need.
- Provide recommendations and solutions to ensure facility is running efficiently to include upselling opportunities.
- Provide quotes to support recommendations and solutions.
What we look for
Required
- 6+ years documented experience in low voltage electrical systems, including Fire/Life Safety systems, Access Control, Nurse Call, and Paging systems.
- Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, and operational/product manuals. Knowledge of test equipment, multi-meter, digital analyzer, and commissioning devices.
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs.
- Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
- Ability to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements.
- Demonstrate a high level of customer service.
- Maintain truck inventory to ensure timely response to customer needs.
- Ability to adhere to, implement, and always follow safety guidelines and procedures.
- Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements.
- Retain any licenses that are required by National, State and Local codes.
- Provide recommendations and solutions to ensure facility is running efficiently to include upselling opportunities.
- Provide quotes to support recommendations and solutions.
- NICET I certification
Preferred
- NICET Level II certification strongly preferred.
- Simplex System Experience
HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $29-35.00 (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.
Fire Service Technician V
Topeka and surrounding area
Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team
As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!
What we offer
- Competitive salary
- Paid vacation/holidays/sick time Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one
- Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities with outstanding internal resources
- Encouraging and collaborative team environment
- Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
- Company vehicle (as applicable), Tools, and Equipment to complete all jobs
- Providing Scheduling and management support
- JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)
What you will do
- Receive service calls from Service Resource Center, including a brief description of equipment/system malfunctions.
- Responsible for contacting customer representative and ascertain equipment/systems problems.
- Diagnose problems and perform service and repairs on electronic fire alarm systems and other related building system products at customer sites.
- Follow prescribed troubleshooting procedures and refer to technical manuals, part manuals, change notices and bulletins, modification notices, etc. to repair equipment.
- Service, troubleshoot and install many different manufacturers’ Fire & Life Safety systems including SimplexGrinnell.
- Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications software/systems, programs, schematics and operational product manuals.
- Exhibit excellent customer service skills by consistently communicating with the district staff and customers to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Complete Service Acknowledgements with proper coding through communication devices, such as smart phones and laptop computers.
- Obtain customer signature upon completed service call assignment.
- Participate in a scheduled On-call rotation. Help to train or mentor others on the service team.
- Provide our customers with the highest level of service to solve building inefficiencies and resolve service related items. As a trusted advisor to our customers you will provide solutions and outcomes at the time of service.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
How you will do it
- This skilled position involves troubleshooting and repairing installed systems. Including panel repair/reprogram, device replacement/repair, resolving low voltage circuit troubles and system testing.
- Organize and effectively utilize technical resources, information, material, and support to assure efficient execution of all assigned tasks.
- Candidate must possess excellent written/verbal communication and outstanding customer service skills.
- Position involves the programming of fire alarm, security, and access control system panels.
- Experience CCTV and IT and IP networks a plus.
- Complete and submit all required task-related, activity, productivity, and other documentation in a timely manner.
- On call and after hours work required on occasion at customer need.
- Provide recommendations and solutions to ensure facility is running efficiently to include upselling opportunities.
- Provide quotes to support recommendations and solutions.
What we look for
Required
- 6+ years documented experience in low voltage electrical systems, including Fire/Life Safety systems, Access Control, Nurse Call, and Paging systems.
- Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, and operational/product manuals. Knowledge of test equipment, multi-meter, digital analyzer, and commissioning devices.
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs.
- Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
- Ability to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements.
- Demonstrate a high level of customer service.
- Maintain truck inventory to ensure timely response to customer needs.
- Ability to adhere to, implement, and always follow safety guidelines and procedures.
- Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements.
- Retain any licenses that are required by National, State and Local codes.
- Provide recommendations and solutions to ensure facility is running efficiently to include upselling opportunities.
- Provide quotes to support recommendations and solutions.
- NICET I certification
Preferred
- NICET Level II certification strongly preferred.
- Simplex System Experience
HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $29-35.00 (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.
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Certify Your Fire Investigation Credentials Early
NAFI or IAAI-CFI certification signals to Johnson Controls hiring managers that your qualifications meet U.S. standards before sponsorship conversations begin. International credentials alone often stall offers at the background review stage.
Target Johnson Controls Roles in Manufacturing Segments
Johnson Controls fills Fire Investigator positions across its fire suppression and building technologies divisions. Filtering your search by those business units surfaces roles with stronger technical alignment and a clearer sponsorship pathway than corporate generalist postings.
Use Migrate Mate to Find Verified Sponsorship Openings
Not every Fire Investigator posting at Johnson Controls explicitly states visa sponsorship. Use Migrate Mate to surface verified roles where sponsorship is confirmed, saving you the guesswork of chasing listings that may not support your status.
Understand How TN Status Applies to This Role
Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify for TN status under the engineer or scientist category, but Fire Investigator duties must map cleanly to a qualifying USMCA occupation. Confirm with your attorney that your specific job description satisfies DOL's TN classification criteria before accepting an offer.
Ask About H-1B Sponsorship Before the Offer Stage
Johnson Controls sponsors H-1B petitions, but internal approval for sponsorship often requires HR sign-off before an offer letter is issued. Raise your visa situation with the recruiter during the final interview round, not after you receive written terms.
Align Your OPT Timeline with Johnson Controls Hiring Cycles
F-1 OPT work authorization is tied to a fixed expiration date. If your OPT runs out before USCIS approves an H-1B cap-subject petition, you lose work authorization. Confirm the role can support a cap-gap extension if your OPT end date falls between April and October.
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Find Fire Investigator at Johnson Controls JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Johnson Controls sponsor H-1B visas for Fire Investigators?
Yes, Johnson Controls sponsors H-1B visas for Fire Investigator roles. Because the position requires specialized knowledge in fire cause analysis and forensic investigation within complex manufacturing and building systems environments, it generally satisfies the specialty occupation requirement USCIS uses to evaluate H-1B eligibility. You'll need a qualifying bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field, and your employer will need to file a certified Labor Condition Application with the DOL before USCIS can approve the petition.
How do I apply for Fire Investigator jobs at Johnson Controls?
You can apply directly through the Johnson Controls careers portal, where postings for Fire Investigator roles appear under the fire protection or building technologies segments. For a faster way to filter specifically for positions that include visa sponsorship, browse Migrate Mate, which surfaces verified Johnson Controls openings alongside sponsorship status. Tailor your application to highlight forensic documentation experience, fire cause and origin methodology, and any IAAI or NAFI certifications you hold.
Which visa types does Johnson Controls commonly use for Fire Investigator roles?
Johnson Controls sponsors several visa categories for this role. H-1B is the most common path for degree-holding professionals. EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship is available for longer-term candidates after establishing employment. F-1 OPT and CPT cover students in eligible programs during or after graduation. TN status is an option for Canadian and Mexican nationals if the job description maps to a qualifying USMCA occupation. J-1 is available in certain exchange or training contexts.
What qualifications does Johnson Controls expect for Fire Investigator positions?
Most postings require a background in fire science, criminal justice, engineering, or a related field. Hands-on experience conducting cause and origin investigations, writing forensic reports, and interfacing with law enforcement or insurance carriers is expected. IAAI-CFI or NAFI certification strengthens your application considerably. For roles supporting Johnson Controls' manufacturing clients, familiarity with industrial fire suppression systems and NFPA codes is frequently listed as a requirement rather than a preference.
How long does the visa sponsorship process typically take for a Fire Investigator role at Johnson Controls?
Timeline depends on visa type. H-1B cap-subject petitions follow an annual lottery window, with USCIS opening registration in March and employment starting no earlier than October 1 of the same year. Premium processing can reduce USCIS adjudication to 15 business days after filing. PERM-based Green Card sponsorship typically runs 18 to 36 months from initial filing to an approved I-140, depending on your priority date and country of birth.
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