Hybrid QC/QA Technician – Fire Installation

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About the role

  • Quality Control Technician ensuring fire alarm and safety systems meet quality standards at Johnson Controls. Collaborating with teams to maintain high safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

  • The Quality Control Technician for Fire Installation is responsible for inspecting, testing, and verifying fire alarm, sprinkler, suppression, and life-safety system installations to ensure they meet code requirements, manufacturer specifications, and company quality standards.
  • Perform inspections on fire alarm, sprinkler, suppression, and special hazard system installations.
  • Verify device placement, wiring standards, conduit installation, labeling, and system terminations.
  • Conduct functional testing of fire alarm and life-safety systems (horns, strobes, pull stations, detectors, modules, etc.).
  • Ensure all work complies with applicable codes (NFPA, ULC, CAN/ULC-S524, CAN/ULC-S537, building/fire code).
  • Complete QC checklists, inspection reports, and deficiency documentation for each project.
  • Ensure installation documentation is accurate, including device counts, as-builts, and test records.
  • Track and follow up on deficiencies until resolved and signed off.
  • Maintain clear and organized digital or paper records for audit and project turnover packages.
  • Identify installation deviations, code non-compliance, material issues, or workmanship concerns.
  • Report quality issues to installers, supervisors, and project managers promptly.
  • Support commissioning, verification testing, and customer handover activities.
  • Confirm all required permits, labeling, and documentation are present before final signoff.
  • Recommend improvements to installation practices, tools, and workflows.
  • Participate in internal audits and readiness checks before AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction) inspections.
  • Support training initiatives for new installers with a focus on quality and code compliance.
  • Coordinate with installation teams, project managers, service technicians, and commissioning teams.
  • Provide feedback to field crews to reduce repeat deficiencies and improve quality performance.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or technical certification in electrical, fire protection, or a related field.
  • Experience in fire alarm, sprinkler, or life-safety installation is strongly preferred.
  • Familiarity with NFPA, ULC, and local fire code requirements is preferred.
  • Ability to read fire alarm drawings, riser diagrams, wiring diagrams, and device layout plans.
  • Strong understanding of electrical installation fundamentals.
  • Proficiency with testing tools (multimeter, continuity tester, decibel meter, smoke/heat testers).
  • Knowledge of fire alarm panels (e.g., EST, Notifier, Simplex, Siemens), an asset but not required.
  • High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to communicate clear and constructive feedback.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to track multiple projects.
  • Ability to work independently and maintain a high standard of workmanship.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay.
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including pension, medical, dental, and vision care - available from day one.
  • Extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities, supported by our outstanding internal resources.
  • Encouraging and collaborative team environment.
  • Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy.
  • JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot).
  • Scheduling and management support.

Job title

QC/QA Technician – Fire Installation

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

CA$30 - CA$41 per hour

Degree requirement

High School Diploma

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